Cutting edge online courses in Professional Photography
Leading photographers contribute their knowledge
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Heather Batt
03/03/2021
Highly recommend
The Photography Institute has been and still is a great place to do my course. I am currently doing a...
Gary McNaughton
02/03/2021
Excellent Way accelerate your…
Excellent Way accelerate your Photographic Skills. I enjoyed the structured format of the course and the constructive critiques from a...
John Calder
18/02/2021
George is very helpful and…
George is very helpful and knowledgeable. He is easy to communicate with and shares his knowledge freely. I'm happy with...
Tayla Walsh
11/02/2021
This course is fantastic
This course is fantastic, it goes into such detail and it a lot of fun! Being able to work at...
Rheanne Barby
11/02/2021
Find your focus!!
When I began this course I was very nervous and apprehensive about what was ahead for me, as I have...
Mia B
10/02/2021
Interesting and useful!
I’m really enjoying this course and am finding it challenging but applicable for potential career and personal development. Thank you!
Rachel Ryder
18/01/2021
My journey through Dip of Photography
I’m really happy with the course, particularly the more challenging modules because despite being tough to a beginner your learning...
Mohammed Shah
30/12/2020
Excellent Experience.
Excellent experience going through the stages of the course. Each module is exciting and challenging which is a skill booster....
Jessica Galbraith
21/12/2020
One of the best photography courses you can complete.
I couldn’t recommended a photography course more. I have learnt so much since starting this course, with all of it...
Bron
19/12/2020
I would highly recommend the…
I would highly recommend the Photography Institute your can work at your own pace and in your own time which...
Kate Huitfeldt
03/12/2020
Amateur photographer
I really loved the honest and one on one tutoring along the journey. The modules are written well, lots of detail...
Ilyse Elphick
24/11/2020
Excellent Course work and Feedback
Course work is thorough and so is the feedback so you know if you're on the right track or not....
Dongiovanni Simone
09/11/2020
The course is very complete and…
The course is very complete and detailed It helps a lot to learn basic and advanced concepts of photography and...
Helen Walton
08/11/2020
The Photographic Institute is…
The Photographic Institute is excellent! The Modules are all well laid out and the information flows well. The instructors are...
Nicole Peters
01/11/2020
My experience with the PI.
I've done the 12 month certificate and now completing the Diploma as well through PI. I've loved every part of...
Our cutting-edge professional photography courses are written and directed by some of the best working photographers in their field. The aim of the courses is to provide you with the knowledge and skills required for a career as a professional photographer or as a keen hobbyist. Both versions of our course, the Certificate Course and the Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging - CUA50915, are up-to-date and comprehensive, covering every aspect of photography.
Read more about the Certificate and Diploma CoursesThe Professional Photography Courses are delivered online, consisting of 12 comprehensive modules and 12 corresponding assignments. The courses are designed to be self-paced. Students enrolled in the Certificate Course are provided with 12 months to complete the course. Students enrolled in the Diploma Course are provided with 18 months to complete the course. Extensions are available if required.
Students have the opportunity to delve deeper into specific areas of interest in photography by purchasing Advanced Modules. These are similar to short courses and are specially formulated materials to challenge motivated students to achieve more.
View Advanced Module OutlinesThe Photography Institute offers you the most advanced and comprehensive online solution to learning available today. We offer the most thorough home study courses in photography using the very latest online learning techniques. Our commitment to providing the highest quality training program has resulted in unique teaching and student support systems, which produce unparalleled results.
Read more about the InstituteWe are accredited and recognised by
In partnership with UNICEF, the institute donates $5.00 from each enrolment to the children in the Syria crisis. This money will help to provide a safe education to the children in war torn Syria. UNICEF’s aim this year is to assist in providing a formal and safe education for 1.2 million children in Syria. This includes the provision of facilities, school furniture, qualified teachers, rehabilitation, safe learning environments and learning materials. We are very privileged to be working with UNICEF towards this goal.
Read more about the partnershipInternationally respected, George Seper has been photographing food for over 30 years.
Cairns, QLD
I knew very little about photography when I started the course, but as I worked through the modules, my knowledge and skills grew. This course has pushed me out of my comfort zone, and it was the best thing that could have happened to me.
Read MoreNewcastle, NSW
I love that this course is fully online and your online tutor is there for you 24/7. When you submit your assignment it doesn't take long for them to mark your assignment and get back to with helpful criticism and hints to make your work better.
Read MoreShepparton, VIC
I decided to complete this course when I decided to turn my hobby into a career.
Studying while also working, I have gained so much skill and knowledge. I can see the difference between my photographs from the start of the course to the images that I am now able to produce.
Read MoreMelbourne, VIC
What an innovative learning experience and motivational journey into the world of photography for a mature-age student like me.
I gained so much essential knowledge from the modules and additional references and was able to transfer this learning into practice in the assignments.
Read MoreFremantle, WA
I feel I have grown as a photographer and have been encouraged positively all the way. I am still developing my skills and would definitely be keen to take up an advanced module. I would highly recommend this course.
Read MoreArmstrong Creek, QLD
I look at things differently not just when I have my camera - lights, shadows, patterns, highlights and such and think how I would capture them.
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View our other international locationsWith all our courses being 100% online, we are running as normal during the COVID-19 restrictions and shutdowns.
Our staff are working remotely and tutor/student support is available as usual. We have also modified our learning requirements to allow all students to complete their assignments entirely from home, in isolation or lockdown situations.
We wish you the best of health and safety during this difficult time we are all facing.