BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) in Photography and Video

Methodology and objectives

With more than two decades of experience and four campuses in Italy, LABA’s methodology has a uniquely practical approach aimed at the job market, encouraging students to develop artistic experimentation habits. This methodology is based on learning by doing and design thinking processes, combining in-person classes, online learning, workshops and masterclasses led by pioneering artists and institutions. Your educational experience at LABA will also include internships in companies with highly renowned professionals.

Other aspects worth highlighting are:

• Small classes, with a maximum of 18 students per group
• Internships in national and international companies
• Lessons taught in Spanish and English

The objective of the BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS) in Photography and Video is to develop the artistic and technical capacity of the students to tackle the projects demanded by our current professional environment and to promote a multidisciplinary, innovative and international profile, as well as an entrepreneurial spirit among the student body.

First-year students acquire the tools to start developing their own vision and building a narrative, such as the techniques and methodologies of professional work that will allow you to develop and lead creative and visual projects in the near future. You will learn how to use professional cameras and video cameras, mobiles and drones to take and generate high-quality images. You will learn how to employ different lighting techniques and use the main professional software. Students will also prepare an individual project over the academic year and attend workshops and masterclasses with professionals who will help them explore the different professions of the creative industries sector.

In the second year, students acquire advanced knowledge of the main software and techniques, analyse the most important trends in photography, video and mixed media and learn professional methodologies to manage and develop projects in teams. The degree also offers an in-depth analysis of the different specialisations in photography and video, learning how to master the specifics and standards of each field: fashion photography, architectural photography, editorial photography, still life photography, event photography, etc.; documentary video, video art, advertising and commercial video, etc. You will also study art direction, thus opening the doors to one of the most sought-after creative professions in the audiovisual market. As part of the course, you will work on a collaborative project, bringing together all the knowledge you acquired throughout your first two years.  

You can enrich your training with multiple workshops, masterclasses and complementary subjects such as sound design, 2D and 3D animation, communication, and social media branding, etc.

The third year focuses on preparing the student’s job and professional development. This is done through taking internships in companies, preparing the final year project and acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills for learning, such as your ability to create and finance a startup or the ability to manage a studio while leading international creative teams.