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NONAC10022

Beginners Photography

Non-accredited Short Course

This short course is designed for individuals who are new to photography and want to learn the basics to start capturing great images.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Sunshine Coast
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 13 Oct 2025 Duration: 5 weeks View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$475

Course overview

Photography is an area of lifelong learning. Let TAFE Queensland help you break away from the Auto dial and learn to take control of your camera and your photography. This program covers the basics, looking at camera operations and modes, essential photographic theory and how to apply that in your photography to achieve particular creative outcomes. Whether you want to shoot better portraits or landscapes or just begin to better understand the art and craft of photography, this is the course for you.

Topics you'll learn about include:

• Basic Camera Operation
• Exposure
• The Creative Controls - aperture, shutter speed & ISO
• Camera modes and metering
• Composition
• Working the subject
• Portrait techniques
• Landscape techniques
• Focussing techniques

Course outcome:

Statement of Participation

Industry standard studio

At TAFE Queensland you'll study in our fully equipped, industry-standard photography studios equipped with the latest equipment and creative imaging software you'll will learn skills from qualified industry professionals

Practical hands on

Personalised, hands-on instruction delivered in a small classroom setting.

Ways to study
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

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CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Nambour
On Campus
13 Oct 2025
5 weeks
Part time 1 day per week
Monday
  • Full fee: $475

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

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Nambour

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

13 Oct 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

5 weeks
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 1 day per week
Monday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $475

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Beginners Photography (NONAC10022)

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Beginners Photography

COURSE CODE: NONAC10022
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Resources required

DSLR or Mirrorless Camera

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.