4407/4 Daydream Street
Warriewood NSW 2102
RTO Code: 45423
For answers to our most commonly asked questions, read our FAQs.
View the FAQsWe offer our courses in over 30 countries around the world.
View our other international locationsThe courses are designed to be self-paced. For the Certificate Course, you would expect to be dedicating on average about 6-8 hours per week for 24 weeks. For the Diploma Course, you would expect to dedicate, as per AQF standards, approximately 16 hours per week of structured and non-structured training over an 18 month period. Students studying the Certificate Course are provided up to 12 months to complete their studies. Students studying the Diploma Course are provided up to 18 months to complete their studies.
You can contact your tutor at any time through our secure student site, which you will gain access to once you enrol. Your tutor's role is to assess your assignments and provide you with feedback. They are also available to answer any questions you may have about the course.
The courses are completed online. This means there are no classes to attend. You can study in your own time and at your own pace.
No. The courses are designed to allow for students who have had little or no experience in photography.
As the courses are provided online, you have the flexibility to start when and where suits you. If you enrolled today, for example, you could start straight away.
Our course is compatible with both PC and Mac devices, and there are no specific software requirements.
If you need more time, you can purchase one of our affordable extensions. We currently offer 3, 6 and 12 month extensions. Alternatively, you can purchase an Advanced Module, which will come with a 6 month extension.
Yes. We have a dedicated student Facebook group. This group allows you to connect with other like-minded photographers where you can discuss your assignments, the course and all things creative.
No. When you purchase our course, the Advanced Modules will not be included. Our Advanced Modules are short courses and are optional for those who wish to further their studies. They will be available to purchase for students who are enrolled in our course and have completed the first two modules. They are comprised of one module and one assignment and you are mentored by a specialist in the topic selected.
No. Unfortunately, we do not offer our Advanced Modules to the public. Only students enrolled in our course can purchase them.
Our courses are delivered online and all information is provided digitally. As soon as you enrol, you will gain access to our online student site. You can download the course materials as you proceed through each module. As the modules are provided in PDF format you can keep them for future reference and print if you wish. The only time we mail something out is when you successfully graduate our course.
Yes. We offer a credit transfer to any applicant who provides suitable evidence that they have successfully completed a unit of competency at any Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
All you need for the Certificate course is a camera. A Digital SLR or Mirrorless (CSC) camera is best; but certainly not essential. We also recommend a recent version of Adobe Photoshop. However, you may use other photo editing programs.
To complete the first assignment of the Diploma course, you will require access to the following:
To see a list of what is required to complete the entire Diploma course, please click here and view the EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS section.
Our courses are compatible with both PC and MAC computers, tablet and smartphone devices.
Patsyanne Dudman
13/05/2022
I am currently doing the Certificate of…
I am currently doing the Certificate of Photography through the Institute of Photography. It has been a well written, and...
Mr Grant Davies
26/04/2022
Great Course
Great Course, Great Teachers and Support - Really Worth The Investment :) and I'm not just saying that :) Just...
Derek
25/04/2022
Enjoyable Course
The course really stretches you and gets you to think about things before you press the shutter. The assignments are...
Gayathri Nisakulan
14/04/2022
PI is an excellent place to learn…
PI is an excellent place to learn photography and digital imaging.we can see the structured syllabus before enrolling the course.those...
Ladka Kurzrock
07/04/2022
I really enjoy taking this course
I really enjoy taking this course. It’s very detailed. I‘ve learned a lot out of it. The information are given...
Lisa Simpson
26/03/2022
I have learnt so much from this course
I have learnt so much from this course, it has refined my knowledge and broadened my thoughts on photography. My...
Vanessa Hollingworth
26/03/2022
Really good course
Really good course, very thorough and insightful. The modules are easy to navigate too
Sarbani Sur
17/03/2022
So far I have experienced very good…
So far I have experienced very good support for my learning. My teacher is very prompt and response quick for...
Jude Huxtable
26/02/2022
The course has taken me to a far greater understanding of how the best images are captured.
The course has taken me to a far greater understanding and control of how images are created and has given...
Michael, Melbourne
15/02/2022
Fantastic Certificate course
I have done the Certificate course, and very value for money - fantastic modules to learn a lot; a great...
Denise Quirk
23/01/2022
Highly recommended
This course is detailed, comprehensive and good value for money if your aim is to become a professional in this...
Jessica Warren
20/01/2022
Absolutely loving the coarse
Absolutely loving the coarse, it has completely changed my photography. The quality of my images now are 1 million times...
Cameron Nagle
16/01/2022
Very happy and almost halfway through.
Being able to complete the course at my own pace is great. Assignments are marked very promptly. I am really enjoying...
PETER
12/01/2022
Satisfying and enjoyable experience.
The Photography Institute course is stimulating and challenging. It has encouraged me to try new things (new genres) of photography...
Rachel Oliveri
01/01/2022
Justin has provided excellent feedback…
Justin has provided excellent feedback in a timely manner. Some of the course material has been difficult to understand but...