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Explore Your Creativity with Photography Courses at Kent Adult Education
Photography is a powerful medium that allows you to capture and share the world from your unique perspective. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or a photographer aiming to refine your skills, Kent Adult Education’s Photography courses offer a structured and comprehensive way to enhance your abilities.
Why Enrol on a Photography Course with Kent Adult Education?
Photography courses provide a wealth of knowledge and practical experience that can significantly improve your skills. Here are some key reasons to consider enrolling:
Expert Instruction Learn from experienced photographers and tutors who can provide valuable insights, tips and techniques. Their expertise helps you avoid common mistakes and accelerate your learning process.
Structured Learning Our courses offer a systematic approach to learning, covering essential topics such as camera settings, composition, lighting and post-processing. This structured format ensures you build a solid foundation and progress steadily.
Hands-On Experience Many courses include practical assignments and projects that allow you to apply what you’ve learned. This hands-on experience is crucial for developing your skills and gaining confidence.
Feedback and Critique Receive constructive feedback on your work from tutors and your peers. This feedback helps you identify areas for improvement and refine your techniques.
Types of Photography Courses
Our Photography courses are available for different skill levels to help you learn at your own pace.
Beginner Courses Ideal for those who are new to photography, beginner courses cover the basics of camera operation, composition and exposure. You’ll learn how to use your camera’s settings effectively and capture well-composed images.
Improver Courses For those with some photography experience, improver courses delve deeper into techniques such as advanced composition, lighting and post-processing. These courses help you develop a more refined and professional approach to photography.
Specialised Courses These courses focus on specific genres or techniques such as wedding photography. Specialised courses provide in-depth knowledge and skills tailored to your interests.
Online Courses Online Photography courses offer flexibility and convenience, allowing you to learn from the comfort of your home in real time, online.
Benefits of Learning Photography
Engaging in Photography courses offers numerous benefits beyond improving your technical skills. Here are some key advantages:
Creative Expression Photography allows you to express your creativity and share your unique perspective with the world. Courses help you develop your artistic vision and explore new ways to capture compelling images.
Emotional Wellbeing Photography can be a therapeutic and relaxing activity. It encourages mindfulness and helps reduce stress, promoting overall emotional wellbeing.
Cognitive Development Understanding photography enhances cognitive skills such as attention to detail, problem-solving and critical thinking. These skills are valuable in both personal and professional contexts.
Social Connection Photography courses provide opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion. Building a community of fellow photographers can lead to collaborations, friendships and networking opportunities.
Career Opportunities For those interested in pursuing photography professionally, courses can provide the knowledge and skills needed to build a successful career. You’ll learn about industry standards, portfolio development and business practices.
Photography courses at Kent Adult Education offer a comprehensive and structured way to enhance your skills, whether you’re a beginner or have some experience with photography. With expert instruction, hands-on experience and valuable resources, these courses provide the tools you need to succeed. Beyond technical skills, Photography courses also offer benefits such as creative expression, emotional wellbeing, cognitive development, social connection and career opportunities.
First Steps - Digital Photography
ASH/152127/Q/PF Location: Ashford Gateway (KAE), Ashford Course hours: 7 hours 30 minutesCheck your eligibility to enrol online
You must meet the entry requirements below:
- You must be ordinary resident in the UK at the start date of the course - Ordinary resident means you live in the UK and have chosen to live here for a settled purpose
- You must be a British citizen
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2025 for courses in the 2025/26 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Digital Photography - Beginners Portrait Photography
ASH/152130/Q/PF Location: Ashford Gateway (KAE), Ashford Course hours: 22 hours 30 minutesCheck your eligibility to enrol online
You must meet the entry requirements below:
- You must be ordinary resident in the UK at the start date of the course - Ordinary resident means you live in the UK and have chosen to live here for a settled purpose
- You must be a British citizen
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2025 for courses in the 2025/26 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Digital Photography - Beginners
TWL/150346/Q/PF Location: The Amelia, Tunbridge Wells Course hours: 22 hours 30 minutesCheck your eligibility to enrol online
You must meet the entry requirements below:
- You must be ordinary resident in the UK at the start date of the course - Ordinary resident means you live in the UK and have chosen to live here for a settled purpose
- You must be a British citizen
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2025 for courses in the 2025/26 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
First Steps - Digital Photography
MAI/150962/Q/PF Location: Oakwood House, Maidstone Course hours: 7 hours 30 minutesCheck your eligibility to enrol online
You must meet the entry requirements below:
- You must be ordinary resident in the UK at the start date of the course - Ordinary resident means you live in the UK and have chosen to live here for a settled purpose
- You must be a British citizen
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2025 for courses in the 2025/26 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Digital Photography - Beginners
ASH/152128/Q/PF Location: Ashford Gateway (KAE), Ashford Course hours: 22 hours 30 minutesCheck your eligibility to enrol online
You must meet the entry requirements below:
- You must be ordinary resident in the UK at the start date of the course - Ordinary resident means you live in the UK and have chosen to live here for a settled purpose
- You must be a British citizen
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2025 for courses in the 2025/26 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Digital Photography - Beginners
MAI/150964/Q/PF Location: Oakwood House, Maidstone Course hours: 22 hours 30 minutesCheck your eligibility to enrol online
You must meet the entry requirements below:
- You must be ordinary resident in the UK at the start date of the course - Ordinary resident means you live in the UK and have chosen to live here for a settled purpose
- You must be a British citizen
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2025 for courses in the 2025/26 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Digital Photography - First steps - Get to know your DSLR
TWL/151553/Q/PF Location: The Amelia, Tunbridge Wells Course hours: 5 hoursCheck your eligibility to enrol online
You must meet the entry requirements below:
- You must be ordinary resident in the UK at the start date of the course - Ordinary resident means you live in the UK and have chosen to live here for a settled purpose
- You must be a British citizen
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2025 for courses in the 2025/26 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Digital Photography - First steps - Get to know your DSLR
DAR/151933/Q/PF Location: Dartford Adult Education Centre, Dartford Course hours: 5 hoursCheck your eligibility to enrol online
You must meet the entry requirements below:
- You must be ordinary resident in the UK at the start date of the course - Ordinary resident means you live in the UK and have chosen to live here for a settled purpose
- You must be a British citizen
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2025 for courses in the 2025/26 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
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