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What will I learn in Ulleo's Photography Essentials course?

Photography Essentials

Course Overview

This short course offers a solid foundation in the art and technique of capturing stunning images. Through hands-on activities and engaging videos, you’ll explore the principles of photography, including exposure, light, composition, and colour, while developing your personal style. Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate photographer, this course provides the knowledge and tools to take your photography to the next level.

Key Features

  • 100% online, self-paced learning
  • ~60–80 hours including videos, written materials, discussions, activities, and live events
  • Study time: 1–2 hours per week
  • 12 months’ course access with a tailored study plan
  • Access to live workshops and industry guest sessions
  • Feedback on activities and assignments
  • One-on-one mentor session available

Course Structure

  • Duration: ~60–80 hours
  • Flexible completion timeframe: 3–12 months
  • Mix of technical foundations, creative projects, and self-reflection

What You’ll Learn

  • Fundamentals of photography, including history, terminology, and principles
  • How to capture light using natural and artificial sources
  • Knowledge of camera types and lenses, and their effect on image quality
  • Composition skills: balance, symmetry, perspective, and negative space
  • Use of light and colour to shape mood, atmosphere, and refinement

Activities & Assignments

  • Knowledge Checks – Quizzes at the end of each lesson (80% pass required, unlimited attempts).
  • Activity: Getting Familiar With Manual Mode
    • Step 1: Use a manual camera (or smartphone with apps such as Halide, ProCam X, Camera FV-5, etc.) to take a photo that is:
      • Correctly Exposed – details visible, not too bright or dark.
      • Shallow Depth of Field – subject sharp, background blurred.
    • Step 2: Download the activity template, complete the questions, and insert your image. Rename as Name_ManualMode_Date.pdf and submit.
  • Final Project: Photo Series
    • Step 1: Create a Mood Board – at least 4 inspirational images.
    • Step 2: Write a 250–300 word Concept – outline theme, message, and style.
    • Step 3: Plan the Photoshoot – location(s), subjects, equipment, and shot list.
    • Step 4: Conduct the Photoshoot – experiment with settings, record them for documentation.
    • Step 5: Review & Select – choose at least 4 final images, optional editing.
    • Step 6: Self-Reflection – describe what you’re proud of and what you’d improve.
    • Submit via the template. 

Refunds & Cooling-off

  • 10-day money-back guarantee (excl. deposit) for enrolments made with an Ulleo Course Advisor.
  • Partner enrolments (TCA, OCA, Community Colleges) may have different cooling-off policies

Accreditation & Certificate

  • Endorsed and co-created with leading industry professionals
  • Certificate of Completion + Digital Badge (Verified by Credly)