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Develop your love of imagery into a career full of possibilities with a bachelor鈥檚 degree in Photography from the University of Central Missouri. This Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program will prepare you for the constantly changing field of creative arts by training you in traditional craft and theory, as well as in cutting-edge digital skills.

A Photography degree from UCM will enable you to build your visual language with a variety of different tools and skills. Work closely with experienced faculty in our well-equipped photography studio to master the devices and technology essential to succeed in the field, advancing your understanding and practice of the craft while exploring your creative expression.

Why earn your bachelor鈥檚 degree in Photography from UCM?

The University of Central Missouri offers a diverse, student-centered learning environment. You鈥檒l work one-on-one with faculty who truly care about your success while you receive personalized training in small studio classes and build a technical, conceptual and professional foundation for a successful career in the creative arts.

What you will study

Today鈥檚 Fine Arts degrees for Photography train you in the technical processes of digital photography, videography and traditional craft-based skills while refining your artistic vision. Coursework for UCM鈥檚 bachelor鈥檚 degree in Photography covers the full life cycle of an image, from conceptualization to exhibition.

Acquire transferable, widely sought-after skills, including analysis, creative problem-solving and clear communication, in undergraduate courses such as:

Digital Imaging: A core component of modern Photography degrees, digital imaging involves not only image manipulation but also nuanced creative expression.

History of Photography: Ground your art with an understanding of how contemporary photography reached its current state by degrees. For photography, how society has developed over time has been as remarkable as the advancement of technology.

Digital Marketing: Learn concepts, skills and methods for marketing in digital and interactive media. Valuable training for many professions, this is especially critical for marketing your own work as a creative entrepreneur.

Photography IV: Plan and produce exhibition-quality portfolio work that expresses your visual identity and demonstrates clarity of intent. This course includes frequent peer and faculty critiques, in keeping with best practices for the most competitive degrees for Photography.

What can you do with a Photography degree from UCM?

University of Central Missouri graduates with Photography degrees often go on to become creative solo entrepreneurs, small business owners or professionals in creative fields. With a solid liberal arts education supporting your mastery of photography skills, you can succeed in a number of career paths.

Your Bachelor of Fine Arts, with a concentration in Photography, from UCM will also prepare you to pursue an advanced degree. Some students choose to continue with their academic career before entering the job market, while others prefer to gain professional experience between earning their bachelor鈥檚 degree in Photography and returning to school for graduate studies.

Learn more about jobs for Photography majors

Bachelor鈥檚 degrees for Photography prepare you for more than pursuit of the art form. Use our interactive tool below to explore salary, employment and other trends for college graduates with photography degrees. UCM鈥檚 Career Services Center, as well as your faculty mentors, can also help you navigate job opportunities.