Introduction to Photo Journalism
6 weeks | $350 | Online
Photographs can change the world and how we see it. In this course, students will be introduced to the history of photojournalism, exploring the stories behind iconic images of critical moments in human history captured by various photographers. Instruction will include the technical aspects of photojournalism including understanding composition, using editing software, using different qualities of light and capturing decisive moments. The course will also cover ethics in photojournalism, the importance of captions and learning to read human behavior. Out of class assignments include researching a subject, shooting and editing a photo essay.
Quarters Offered: Summer | Online
Course Fee: $350
Prerequisite: none
Note: Elective course for Photography: Images and Techniques professional certificate and Content Marketing professional certificate.
Contact: For more information about this course, please email unex-digital@ucsd.edu.
Course Number: ART-40693
Credit: 2.00 unit(s)
Related Certificate Programs: Content Marketing, Photography: Images and Techniques
There are no sections of this course currently scheduled. Please contact the Arts, Humanities, Languages & Digital Arts department at 858-534-5760 or ahl@ucsd.edu for information about when this course will be offered again.