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A career-oriented photography program with industry specialization
This entrepreneurial program equips you for an exciting career in professional photography within the communications field. You'll develop both conceptual and visual skills to produce striking still and moving images while discovering photography's applications in traditional and innovative sectors. Combining academic study with practical internship experience, you'll gain the tools to succeed in the growing realm of visual storytelling.
Our facilities and equipment surpass all Canadian institutions and rank among the global elite. The studios feature cutting-edge DSLR, medium format digital and video equipment. Learners also utilize professional-grade strobe and LED lighting for both studio and location work. Sheridan's labs boast premium displays, printers, the complete Adobe Creative Cloud package, and Capture One Pro software.
Program highlights
Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Photography degree offers numerous ways to engage deeply with visual communication and creative problem-solving. Through practical projects, you'll develop skills in issue management; idea research, collection and assessment; conceptual synthesis and presentation; and effective communication with varied audiences.
Professional Pathways
The entrepreneurial approach cultivated in Sheridan's photography degree prepares graduates for various photographic specialties. Alumni typically launch their careers as photography assistants, retouchers or independent photographers before progressing to permanent positions or establishing their own studios.
Potential career paths- Commercial photography, Portrait and event photography, Style and magazine photography
Image enhancement and digital editing, Commercial studio photography, Production and studio operations, Photojournalism
Digital content strategy