This program combines a solid education in the conceptual and aesthetic approaches to photography with technical and practical experience. Students learn the demands of the major types of commercial photography, and develop their imagination and creativity. The field is changing rapidly. Students also benefit from a range of photo-graphic equipment in well-quipped darkrooms, studios and computer labs. (Plan to spend approximately $4,000 in Year 1 for equipment, rentals and supplies)

Applied Photography graduates often begin work as assistant or freelance photographers. They are hired for digital imaging advertising, illustration, industrial and location photography, photojournalism and communications projects. Many operate their own studios.

Common Job Titles:

- Aerial Photographer,
- Commercial Photographer,
- Forensic Photographer,
- Industrial Photographer,
- Photographer,
- Photojournalist,
- Portrait Photographer,
- Scientific Photographer

Employment for this occupation is expected to grow more rapidly than the average for all occupations through the year 2005. Photography has mostly been considered a hobby, and at best, a part-time, extra pocket-money earning activity. But today, photographers are so much in the news, in demand and respected financially, that those who have the talent and interest in photography can now seriously consider this a viable career option.

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma at or above the general level, or equivalent
• Grade 12 English
• Grade 12 Mathematics for technology

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