Progression and portfolio
To prepare for my UCAS application and University interviews, I have documented my process of creating a portfolio and personal statement.
Step ThreeMy Final ChoicesAfter researching my options and attending virtual open days, I now have a big design to make... What Universities do I want to apply for? In my previous post, I went through the pros and cons of each course, factoring in location, this helped me come to a final decision that I put through to UCAS. Choice One (In Order)The University of Gloucestershire - Ed and Ad Photography Advertising and Editorial at Gloucestershire University is my top choice! After attending their virtually open day, I researched more about the university ethos and student life and was so inspired! The course modules are really interesting and suited to what I want to do in the future. They have lots of different contacts with brands and companies, where they work on live briefs or invite for talks, meaning I would be exposed to amazing industry links. All the tutors are so passionate and have had students go on to do amazing things! Finally, the location is perfect, as I can travel from home! Through out lockdown, the tutors on the course have been running live talks on Instagram, with past and current students. This has given me a massive insight into what life would be like on this course. I have been following their Instagram since the open day and have been really excited about the content they have been updating. Additionally, I have learnt that they run a very small course, and, although thus may make it harder to get in, it does mean that the connection between student and teacher is stronger and more personal. Finally, their studios and equipment is really advanced. They have lots of different studios and darkrooms, meaning I can make the most out of their advanced technology. These are just some of the reasons why this is my number one course! Entry Requirements On their course website they do not mention specific UCAS point requirements. Their course is based upon creativity, and although you have to be studying a level 3 to apply, (which I am) offers are granted after interviews, rather than based off of predicted grades. Choice TwoPhotography at Birmingham City University My second choice is Photography at BCU. Although this is more of a generalised course, as appose to just focussing on commercial, I am really excited by the idea of going to university in such a cultured and diverse city. Birmingham has some amazing galleries and art centres, additionally the equipment they have in the university is so advanced. My only issue with this course, is that it is really big and their intake numbers are high. Therefore, I would worry about that connection with the tutors and that I would just be a number. Despite that, I really like the modules they offer and the location, that is why this is my second choice. Choice ThreeProfessional Creative Practice at Solihull College and University Centre My final choice would be to stay on at Solihull and complete their creative practice degree. This is in-expensive option, as it based at the college. However, I was really drawn to this course because of the tutors. They really inspire me and I would love to learn more for them. This definitely not my first choice as it is not as focused on photography, however, I would really enjoy staying on at Solihull. Why Only Three Choices?In the end, I only choose to use three out of my five UCAS spaces. I feel really confident about these choices and didn't feel a need to add more for the sake of it, entry requirements are below my predicted grade, therefore I feel happy with my decision not to research any further.
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