FULL-TIME | WINNIPEG LOCATIONS PROPF-CT Professional Photography

Overview

• Eight-month certificate program  
• Entry dates: May
• Notre Dame Campus, Winnipeg

Admission Requirements

However, if you apply within six weeks of the start date of the program, this item is due within 5 days of applying.

Proficiency in basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software is essential to your success in this program. If you do not have these skills, it is strongly recommended that you complete Computers - Intro (COMP-1081) prior to beginning the program.

Regular Admission Requirements

1. Grade 12
• Submit proof of graduation from or enrolment Grade 12, including one credit of:
• Grade 12 English
• If you provide proof of enrolment, your official final grades indicating successful completion must be submitted by July 15 for fall enrolment or by the deadline specified in your admission letter.
• If you completed your education outside of Canada or the United States, do not submit your international academic credentials until requested to do so. See English Language Requirements (ELRs) for more information..
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2. English Language Requirements (ELRs)
• Have you successfully completed the equivalent of three years of full-time secondary (high school) education in Canada, the United States, or an ELR exempt country where English was the language of instruction? To view a list of ELR exempt countries click here.
• If yes, you appear to meet English language requirements. 
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• If no, you are required to submit proof of meeting an English language requirements option  If you choose to complete an English language assessment, review this program's approved assessments and required levels.
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• If you completed all of your education in Canada, the United States, or an ELR exempt country in English but did not complete three years of high school, submit your transcripts for review.
• Approved English language assessments and required levels for this program are:
• Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Certificate - exit Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) levels from an English as a second language (ESL) program:
  Listening 8, Speaking 8, Reading 7, Writing 7 
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• International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic):
  Listening 6.5, Speaking 6.5, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0
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• Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTEST):
  Listening 4.5,  Speaking 4.5,  Reading 3.5,  Writing 3.5
• If completing an assessment, we strongly advise you complete it before submitting your application to ensure you meet language requirements and can submit your results within 30 days of applying.
• Assessment results must be dated within two years of your application date.
• After confirming you’ve met English language requirements through your assessment results, the College will send you an e-mail requesting submission of your transcripts

Mature Student Admission Requirements
If you are 19 years of age or older and have been out of high school for a minimum of one year at time of application, and you do not meet the regular admission requirements, you may apply under the Mature Student admission requirements.

1. Academic Requirement
• High school graduation is not required, but you must have successfully completed or be enrolled in:
• one credit in the following course:
• Grade 12 English
• If you provide proof of enrolment, your official final grades indicating successful completion must be submitted by July 15 for fall enrolment or by the deadline specified in your admission letter.
• If you completed your education outside of Canada or the United States, do not submit your international academic credentials until requested to do so. See English Language Requirements (ELRs) for more information.
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2. Meet Regular Admission Requirement 2
   
   

Who Should Enrol?

Program Outline

You must complete all 13 courses to earn a certificate.

• Fundamentals of Photography 
• Portrait Photography
• Fine Art Photography
• Photography Marketing
• Digital Photo Editing
• Digital Portfolio Development 
• Business Document Design
• Commercial Photography 
• Digital Image Processing 
• Photography Styles 
• Photography Entrepreneurship 
• Photography Project Management
• Photography Portfolio Project

Computer/Laptop Requirements

Online learning is a critical component of course delivery in all Red River College programs. To ensure each student has the tools they need to achieve their academic goals, all Red River College students require, at minimum:

1.  Off-campus access to a current computer with a webcam

2.  A high speed internet connection

• Recommended minimum speed: 10 mbps for download, 3 mbps for upload
• Slower internet connection speeds may result in audio and video issues. Please keep in mind that if others in your home are using the same internet connection at the same time as you are, you may also experience audio and video issues.
• Please refer to https://www.rrc.ca/future-students/computer-requirements/  for further information on Computer Requirements for Students.

Please note that any anticipated costs are not included in Books and Supplies estimates.

Objectives/Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, you should be able to:

• Demonstrate artistry by creating images that evoke an emotional response.
• Apply the principles of lighting and colour theory to a variety of photographic scenarios by measuring, evaluating, and adjusting light and colour to create quality images.
• Apply the mechanics of exposure to control light and influence the final product.
• Apply principles of composition to produce professional images.
• Select and use photographic equipment and technologies appropriate to the task.
• Demonstrate effective use of written, verbal, and non-verbal communication, employing relevant knowledge, skills, and judgment in a business setting.
• Work as a professional, maintaining high standards of practice, make ethical judgments and decisions, follow legal requirements, and adapt to a rapidly changing work environment through demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning and professional associations.
• Work effectively individually and as a member of team, demonstrating time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Develop proposals and organize and orchestrate photo shoots through the successful management of resources and time.
• Apply business processes through the application of accounting, marketing, sales, data management, and human resources (HR) practices and principles.
• Use and adapt to a variety of computer software and hardware for both photographic and business purposes.  

Recognition of Prior Learning

Graduation Requirements

You must complete your program within four years from the start of the first course in the program, unless otherwise stated in the program outline.

A program GPA of 2.0 (60%) is required to graduate.

You will not be granted more than 75 percent of credit requirements for graduation through transfer of credit.

When you have successfully completed all the required courses in this program, be sure to apply for your certificate. For complete details on applying to graduate and convocation, see rrc.ca/convocation.

Questions about graduation? Please call 204-694-1789 or 1-866-242-7073 for assistance.

Graduation with Honours
If you obtain a grade point average (GPA) of 3.8 or better for the program you will graduate with honours.  If you fail any course in the program, you will not be eligible for this honours designation.

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