Visual Arts

Short Course - Introduction to Photography and Photoshop

  • Academic Year: 26/27
  • Adult
  • Chester Campus
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Short Course

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The Course

This short course introduces you to the core skills of photography and digital editing.

You will learn how to use camera settings, lighting and composition to take effective photographs. The course also covers the basics of Photoshop so you can begin to edit and improve your images with confidence.

This course is ideal if you want to explore a creative interest or build practical skills for personal use. It also supports those who are thinking about further study in art, design or photography.

You will learn in a supportive environment where you can develop your ideas and gain confidence in your work.

There are no formal qualifications required. An interest in art and photography is required.
You can progress onto a Level 2 Art, Design or Photography course or explore another creative short course to develop your skills further.
£60.48

The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

Higher Education Funding

There is funding available for eligible students.

Do I pay this fee?

Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.

Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.

Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.

Find out more about funding

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Top-Up Degrees

Degrees you could enter:

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  • Degree 2
  • Degree 3

Take the next step

Have questions or need help applying? Our friendly Admissions Team is here for you — get in touch today!

Email: admissions@ccsw.ac.uk

Phone: 01270 654654 (Crewe Campus) / 01244 656555 (Ellesmere Port and Chester Campuses)

Chester Campus
Starts : September 8th, 2026
Tuesday 6:00pm - 9:00pm 4 Weeks

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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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