2-Term Pathway - International Foundation Programme - Creative Industries Pathway - continue to Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Photography (Honours)

The International Foundation Programme at Solent University has been designed for students who have already completed their High School education overseas meet the demands of undergraduate study in the UK. As such, substantial support is given for language development as well as building students' confidence and independence to learn effectively within this academic culture. The Creative Industries Pathway introduces students to the key principles and skills in media, art, and design. Students will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge in an area of which they have a particular interest within the Creative Industries. The aim is to develop students' creative capacity, confidence, and skills so that they are able to communicate their ideas effectively. The course involves a Creative Project which allows students to build upon their ideas, well-preparing them to progress on to creative industries or media-related programme at undergraduate level. Throughout the fashion styling and creative direction degree at Solent University, students will acquire skills not only in styling, but also in make-up and hair, photography, retouching, trend forecasting and branding – making them a complete creative director with the skillset to become a distinctive and visionary voice within the fashion industry. Students will be supported to grow confidence in their understanding and use of independent learning and show an awareness of professional and personal development. And will be taught how to professionally apply the practical and technical skills developed throughout the studies for a diverse range of media and design platforms. Crucial for this is collaboration and working as part of a creative team, with the ability to have an open and flexible approach to ideas. Students will be encouraged to show initiative and demonstrate the ability to research and discuss sociocultural issues and perspectives that are related to the progression of visual design practice. Students will evaluate both contemporary, and historical fashion and lifestyle trends, for the formulation of creative and visual communication. And throughout this process, will practice self-reflection and critically challenge their own work and that of others, to develop a deeper understanding of their own development as a creative practitioner whilst being conscious and aware of how their work and research can impact on the wider community, both locally and globally. Students' learning is aided by free access to specialist hair and make-up studios. These studios include airbrush guns, studio lights and other industry-standard fixtures. Solent’s media academy boasts high-spec photography studios and IT facilities, as well as a range of the latest editing software.