موقع حكومي رسمي تابع لحكومة المملكة العربية السعودية

Program Details

Bachelor in Photography

Photography program includes teaching the artistic content creation as well as basic design in an analytical method to practice photography.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

The program aims to prepare qualified graduates to align the learning process with practical reality, specifically in learning the industry of artistic content and basic design through an analytical approach to visual imaging and practice-oriented guidance.

Career opportunities

 Photographer  Art critic in newspapers or magazines  director or assistant of artistic projects  supervisor of artistic activities  Founder of a business in the field of photography  short films cameraman  technical photographer  light technician  photos editor assistant  videos producer

Program Information

College of Art and Design
Department of Department of Visual Arts
Major Department of Visual Arts
Academic degree Bachelor in Photography
Language of instruction
Duration 4 Years

Program Details

  1. 1. Apply fundamental skills, concepts, and knowledge in various fields of photography.
  2. 2. Apply research practices and follow creative critical thinking to solve problems in the field of photography.
  3. 3. Participate in artistic forums for photography, exhibiting their work in museums and galleries at the local and international level.
  4. 4. Demonstrate national identity through photography practices in the cultural, heritage, and tourism sectors.
  5. 5. Engage in professional practice and competition in the local and regional job market in the field of photography.
  6. 6. Communicate with the community and work competitively while respecting relevant laws and regulations.
  1. 1. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of photography concepts, techniques, and the history of photography within cultural and social contexts across eras.
  2. 2. Exhibit advanced technical competence in the field of still and motion photography.
  3. 3. Use critical thinking skills through the analysis and evaluation of artworks.
  4. 4. Devise creative solutions to traditional and non-traditional problems in the field of still and motion photography
  5. 5. Work with professional responsibility through ethical commitment, effective time management, and self-learning.
  6. 6. Communicate effectively through oral presentations and writing to build professional relationships.
  1. 1. In-depth knowledge of the history of photography within cultural, social, and global contexts.
  2. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of concepts and techniques in the field of still and motion photography.
  3. 3. Ability to use a diverse range of technical tools and computer programs to design and execute artistic works.
  4. 4. Ability to use independent critical thinking skills and informed judgment through the analysis and evaluation of artworks.
  5. 5. Ability to be creative and solve problems in artistic projects, demonstrating a unique artistic vision and personality.
  6. 6. Ability to work with professional responsibility through ethical commitment and responsibility-taking.
  7. 7. Ability to communicate effectively using technological means and build professional relationships, as well as present, discuss, and analyze ideas in writing and orally.
  8. 8. Ability to work and learn independently through the practice of self-learning in the visual arts after graduation.
  9. 9. Competence in leveraging specialized skills in the field of freelance work and teamwork to serve the community.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One ENG 101 English Language (1) 3 —
Level One ENG 102 English Language (2) 3 ENG101OR ENG101-1
Level One GRPH 123 Design Software (1) 3 —
Level One INT 131 Color and Material 3 —
Level One PHOT 110 Introduction to Photography 3 —
Level One VIS 111 Art History (1) 3 —
Level One VIS 121 Drawing 3 —
Level Two GRPH 125 Design Software (2) 3 —
Level Two PHOT 120 Photography Studio Techniques 3 PHOT110
Level Two PHOT 130 Photography 3 —
Level Two VIS 112 Art History 2 3 ( VIS111OR VIS111T )
Level Two VIS 122 Composition 3 —
Level Three PHOT 240 Advanced Photography 3 PHOT120
Level Three VIS 141 Painting 3 ( VIS121 YOR VIS121T Y )
Level Three VIS 151 Printmaking 3 ( VIS121OR VIS121T )
Level Three VIS 171 Sculpture 3 FDT121TOR ( VIS121OR VIS121T )
Level Three VIS 201 English For Visual Arts 2 —
Level Four MATH 160 Statistics 3 —
Level Four PHOT 221 Photography Studio (1) 6 PHOT240
Level Four PHOT 250 Video techniques for photographers 3 PHOT240
Level Four VIS 212 Contemporary Art 3 ( VIS112OR VIS112T )
Level Five PHOT 311 Critical Theory in Contemporary Photography 3 ( VIS212OR VIS 212T )
Level Five PHOT 341 Photography Studio (2) 6 PHOT221
Level Five VIS 311 Introduction to Islamic Art 3 —
Level Five VIS 331 Curating & Exhibition Management 3 —
Level Six PHOT 351 Photography Studio (3) 6 PHOT250AND PHOT341
Level Six PHOT 380 Senior Project (1) 4 PHOT341
Level Six VIS 361 Professional Practice 3 —
Level Seven VIS 432 Writing about Art 3 ( VIS311OR VIS311T )
Level Seven PHOT 481 Senior Project (2) 6 PHOT380
Level Eight PHOT 491 CO-OP Training 6 PHOT481AND VIS432

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

College Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
FDT 819 Fashion and Textiles Management 3
FDT 822 International Marketing 3
FDT 825 Experimental Publishing 3

Elective Specialization Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
VIS 413 Medieval & Renaissance Art 3
VIS 415 Concepts and Issues in Art 3
VIS 422 Arabic Calligraphy 3
VIS 443 Landscape 3
VIS 445 Mixed Media in Painting 3
FDT 451 Fashion Makeup 3
GRPH 124 Graphic Design 3
GRPH 222 Illustration 3
GRPH 231 Media Design 3
GRPH 331 Moving Image 3
INT 211 Saudi Architecture Heritage 3
INT 311 Saudi Arechitecture Heritage 3
PHOT 412 History of Photography 3
PHOT 413 Art Schools in Contemporary Photography 3
PHOT 431 Narrative Photography 3
PHOT 432 Black and White Photography 3
PHOT 433 Abstract Photography 3
PHOT 434 Educational Photography 3
VIS 211 Modern Art 3
VIS 222 Sketching & Rendering 3
VIS 253 PrintmaKing Techniques 3
VIS 373 Installation 3