Photography Studies College

Master of Arts Photography

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Master of Arts Photography program is designed to launch your career on the national and international stage.

The program will prepare you for professional careers in photography and the broader creative arts industries including roles in multimedia, journalism, photographic publishing, curatorial and project management, academia and teaching. The program is flexible enough to allow you to achieve your professional goals and expand your practice in a supportive and world-leading environment. As a Master of Arts Photography student at Australia’s number one photography college, you will join a network of international photographers, publishers, curators, festival directors and writers that will enable you to take your practice onto the world stage.

Delivery mode

Photography Studies College offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 37-47 Thistlethwaite Street, South Melbourne

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

All applicants will be invited for an interview. The interview is a way for us to get to know you, for you to present your photographic work, and to talk about your career goals and motivations. Following the interview, you may also be asked to provide additional evidence or examples of professional practice.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $45,900 $45,900 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$45,900
Standard Tuition:
$45,900
Full Fee Tuition:
$45,900
Full Fee Tuition:
$45,900
Enquire with Photography Studies College to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $45,900 $45,900 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Arts Photography will prepare you for the following roles.

Fashion Photographer

A Fashion Photographer takes photos of fashion models to showcase clothing or accessories. You might specialise in a particular type of photography...

Avg yearly income $90,740
Entry barriers Low

Photographer

A Photographer takes photos to record important events or for clients to purchase. You might specialise in a particular type of photography such as...

Avg yearly income $68,276
Entry barriers Low

Portrait Photographer

A Portrait Photographer takes high quality photos of people or groups. You’ll work with clients to discuss their needs and arrange photo shoots in...

Avg yearly income $55,016
Entry barriers Low

Sports Photographer

A Sports Photographer takes photos at sporting events for use by the media or by sporting clubs. You might specialise in one particular sport or yo...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Photojournalist

A Photojournalist captures photos of news events for publication online or in a newspaper or magazine. You might attend a range of activities each...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

About Photography Studies College

Photography Studies College (PSC) is a multi award-winning tertiary photography college, located in South Melbourne, a couple of tram stops away from Southern Cross station, neighbouring the South Melbourne Markets and many creative businesses. For 40 years PSC has delivered specialised, high quality and innovative photography education, consistently producing graduates of the highest calibre and providing students with an environment in which to explore their creativity, see the world anew and give expression to what they see.

PSC has built a leading reputation for producing high quality, creative and award winning students and is the first choice for many students looking for a stimulating and career focused relevant learning experience.

PSC is a dual sector provider offering both Degree and Advanced Diploma courses. Both have been developed with the specialised know how that comes from 40 years as an innovative and experienced photographic educator.