Photography
Explore a diverse range of technical and artistic photo courses. Grow your skills and expand your vision.
Change the Way You See the World
Expand your vision through our concentrated study in the photographic arts. Designed for the novice and intermediate photographer alike, our essential and elective photography courses will help you develop a strong understanding of the aesthetic and technical processes key to the field of photography.
Topics include: Photography foundations, editing, lighting, color theory, workflow, and history. Explore specialized areas in portraiture, journalism, environmental, experimental, travel, wedding, smartphone, food and product photography, and more.
Enroll online or contact Student Services at (858) 534-3400. Do you have questions about our courses or the certificate program? Contact us at (858) 534-5508 or at unex-digital@ucsd.edu.
Photography Programs & Certificates
Photography Courses
A Short History of Photography
Explore photography's evolution in this 6-week course. Uncover milestones, key figures, and its impact on art, science, and culture.
- Units
- 2.00
- Cost
- $395.00
Architectural Photography
Learn techniques and artistry behind architectural photography. Explore composition, lighting, and capture exterior and interior design details.
- Units
- 2.00
- Cost
- $395.00
Digital Photography Workflow and Editing
Master digital photography workflow in 9-weeks. Learn Lightroom, Photoshop, and advanced editing, and organize your professional portfolio.
- Units
- 3.00
- Cost
- $495.00
Documentary Photography
Discover documentary photography’s power. Learn, create, and critique meaningful stories through images in this 9-week online course.
- Units
- 3.00
- Cost
- $495.00
Environmental Photography: Portraiture on Location
Capture compelling portraits that fuse person and place. Refine lighting, posing, and storytelling for dynamic, authentic environmental portraiture.
- Units
- 3.00
- Cost
- $495.00
Landscape Photography
Capture nature’s beauty. Refine skills, develop style, and produce a final portfolio of work. Field trips and expert guidance included
- Units
- 3.00
- Cost
- $495.00
Photo I: Aperture, Shutter Speed & ISO
Explore digital photography. Learn camera techniques, composition, and use Adobe Lightroom to create stunning images and begin a portfolio.
- Units
- 3.00
- Cost
- $495.00
Photo II: Technique & Style
- Units
- 3.00
- Cost
- $495.00
Wedding and Event Photography
Capture meaningful moments at weddings, engagements, and events. Learn planning, shooting, and editing skills to build a professional, marketable...
- Units
- 3.00
- Cost
- $495.00