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Introduction to PhotographyLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: IM00GP80

Credits

5 op

Objectives

The aim of the course is to develop basic skills in digital photography. The course prepares the student to express oneself with photographs. Student after completing the course, knows basic technical and expressional elements in contemporary photography art.

Content

Producing techniques of digital photography and expression in creative photography.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student recognizes some elements of photography technique and expression. The student participates in feedback activities.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student outlines the most important elements of photography technique and expression. The student works actively in feedback activities.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to analyse essential elements of photography technique and expression. The student is highly motivated and takes committed responsibility for feedback activities.

Enrolment period

28.05.2025 - 18.08.2025

Timing

19.08.2025 - 16.09.2025

Credits

5 op

Virtual portion

1 op

Mode of delivery

80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Online learning

Unit

Media and Arts

Campus

TAMK Mediapolis

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Media and Arts
Teachers
  • Antti Haapio
Person in charge

Antti Haapio

Groups
  • 24MEDIAART
    Degree Programme in Media and Arts
  • 23MEDIAART
    Degree Programme in Media and Arts
  • 22MEDIAART
  • 21MEDIAART

Objectives (course unit)

The aim of the course is to develop basic skills in digital photography. The course prepares the student to express oneself with photographs. Student after completing the course, knows basic technical and expressional elements in contemporary photography art.

Content (course unit)

Producing techniques of digital photography and expression in creative photography.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student recognizes some elements of photography technique and expression. The student participates in feedback activities.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student outlines the most important elements of photography technique and expression. The student works actively in feedback activities.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student is able to analyse essential elements of photography technique and expression. The student is highly motivated and takes committed responsibility for feedback activities.

Location and time

Academic year 2025-2026 in DMA starts on Monday 18.8. at 12.00 in Mediapolis.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Lectures, assignments, guidance, feedback seminars.

Student workload

135 hours study work.

Content scheduling

In the 1st period. Timetable will be published in the kick off.