Certificate in Studio/Commercial Photography
(Geneva and St. Louis)
The certificate in studio/commercial photography is designed to provide students with a solid theoretical and practical knowledge in the area of studio and commercial photography. Students will develop a basic understanding of photographic history and technique in both chemical and digital environments. Upper level courses will focus on the specialized know-ledge needed to work in the field of studio/commercial photography and will cover studio lighting and diverse camera formats. The program is characterized by a hands-on approach and will culminate with a professional internship in the field. This certificate is only being offered in Geneva and Saint Louis.
Students must earn a grade of C- or better in all courses applied toward the certificates.
Learning Outcomes
Successful graduates of this program will be able to:
- demonstrate the theoretical and practical aspects of traditional and digital photography;
- demonstrate professional work standards in the field of commercial photography in freelance or studio environments.
Requirements
36 credit hours
Required Courses
| PHOT 0100 Photography Portfolio Review | 0 hours |
| EPMD 1000 Introduction to Media Production | 3 hours |
| MEDC 1050 Introduction to Media Writing | 3 hours |
| PHOT 1000 Photo I | 3 hours |
| PHOT 2000 Photo II | 3 hours |
| PHOT 2040 History of Photography | 3 hours |
| PHOT 3000 Color Photography | 3 hours |
| PHOT 3120 Studio Photography and Lighting | 3 hours |
| PHOT 3190 Digital Photographic Imaging | 3 hours |
| PHOT 3195 Digital Photographic Imaging II | 3 hours |
| PHOT 4030 Topics in Studio Photography | 3 hours |
| MEDC 4950 Professional Media Practicum | 3 hours |
In addition, students must complete a minimum of 3 credit hours from among the following:
| PHOT 3180 Topics in Scientific Photography | 3 hours |
| PHOT 4000 Photography in Tuscany | 3 hours |
| PHOT 4030 Topics in Studio Photography (if a different topic from required PHOT 4030) | 3 hours |
| PHOT 4190 Topics in Digital Photographic Imaging | 3 hours |
| PHOT 4200 Topics in Color | 3 hours |
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