Study photography in Spain - 2 institutions - 14 yo

Programs for studying photography in Spain are diverse: from short summer courses (2-5 weeks) to full-time education (2-3 years). Undergraduate programs in photography and related specialties may be available at art schools, colleges and universities.

The undergraduate art in photography is usually focused on practical studying in the technical and creative aspects of visual art. Courses may include: photography techniques, studio lighting, color theory, graphic design, digital photography, and art criticism.

Photographers interested in further developing their skills may consider getting a Master's degree. Some colleges and universities offer the Master of Fine Art in Photography program, which usually takes 2-3 years. Studio courses and self-study are the basis of such programs. Students, as a rule, develop their own curriculum according to interests and carry out visual and written diploma projects based on research. Graduation projects can be placed at university exhibitions.

When entering Spanish educational institutions to study photography or any other specialty, you must first apply for a passport and visa by filling out documents at the Spanish Embassy or at the consulate of your country. Application processing may take several weeks. When applying for a visa to Spain you must have:

• University attendance documents
• International passport
• Filled out application
• Photo ID / Driver License
• Birth certificate.

Remember that getting a passport and visa is charged, which must be paid at the same time as applying. You must make sure that the passport contains several blank pages (at least two or three). The visa is extended for those who study in college on an ongoing basis. It is advisable to have a basic language skill: education is conducted in English or Spanish.

In photography, the requirements for knowledge in the subjects of the main program are not very high, however, graduates of the host country schools always have an advantage when studying abroad, so you should consider transferring to high school Spanish schools or advanced domestic schools with an international diploma A-level, IB, High -School.

A basic intensive course on studying photography in Spain (12 weeks) will cost about 2500 €, a six-month evening or distance learning - about 700 €. Living in dormitories at an educational institution is significantly cheaper than in apartments and hotels. The DELE exam is paid on its own - separately from the main course and entry fees. Spanish preparation courses can cost from 200 €.

• Barcelona School of Design and Engineering ( Barcelona School of Design and Engineering ) or ELISAVA offers many photography courses in Barcelona. Those who are interested in various types of design in combination with photography are especially interested in the programs of this school. Degrees and diplomas here can be obtained in various fields of art and science. The Barcelona School of Design and Engineering offers to master photography at any level: from an absolute beginner to an experienced professional. This school is a great choice for a photographer who is serious about business and is constantly improving.
• The Marbella Design Academy is an international design school in Marbella that offers photography courses in subjects: Photoshop, basic photography, multimedia photography. The school also offers summer courses lasting from two to five weeks, which allows foreign students to master photography and design between regular classes. Marbella Design Academy is the right place to acquire and improve your artistic skills related to photography, especially for those who want to pursue a career in fashion.
• IED Madrid is an educational institution specializing in art education located in Madrid. The school offers several different types of photography courses that are taught in Spanish and English. Programs include a wide thematic range: from fashion style to graphic design. Specialized courses related to photography include compulsory subjects:

• fashion and lifestyle photography
• photography of modern art
• documentary photography and reporting (photojournalism)
• advertising and editorial photography
• a class when students compile an international photo book.

Some graduates continue to work in higher education institutions, but the majority of students choose the career of artists and photographers in the commercial, industrial, news or scientific industries. Options for career directions:

• Teacher of photography. With a Master's degree in photography, graduates can work as teachers or part-time at colleges or universities.
• A commercial or industrial photographer takes artifacts, buildings, landscapes, and equipment. Graduates of the programs have advanced skills in lighting, production, and various printing techniques.
• A fine art photographer sells or displays his photographs as artwork, has a deep understanding of aesthetics.
• A news photographer or photojournalist takes pictures of people or events that the media considers worthy of coverage. Masters of photography often undergo internships and create an extensive portfolio that helps them get into the industry as a freelancer or employee of a newspaper or magazine.
• A portrait photographer can work in commercial photo studios or run his own business, take photographs of individuals or group shots (families, students, sports teams, and so on).
• The science photographer seeks the academic degree of Master of Photography in order to gain advanced technical skills and master new digital techniques. These specialists are involved in photographing scientific experiments and phenomena.
• Fashion photographer works in the field of high fashion and advertising of a certain style or lifestyle. Such professionals, including those trained as photographers in Spain, work for glossy magazines and modeling agencies and have a deep knowledge of lighting design, design and aesthetics.