Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Photojournalism
The Photojournalism major prepares students to document real-life events and people—their lives, emotions, and suspense—for newspapers, magazines, books, television, and web-based media. The major ensures students grasp journalism’s core, ethics, and laws, refining their technical and aesthetic skills for a demanding profession.
Your Path to Mastery
Deep Dive into this Program
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Programme Curriculum
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To qualify for the award of this degree, candidates must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 40 modules drawn from across the three curricular levels — Foundational, Intermediate, and Advanced. The programme offers 44 modules in total, providing candidates with a degree of elective flexibility within each level.
Foundational Level – 12 Modules
- PHO 101 Awakening the Eye: A Journey into Photography 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 102 Know Your Lens: A Foundation Course in Photography Optics 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 105 Light as Language: A Foundation Course in Photography 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 111 The Art of Visual Storytelling: Composition and the Frame 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 140 Into the World of Photojournalism 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 150 Mastering the Art of Portrait Photography 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 151 The Unposed Portrait: Light, Timing, and the Decisive Expression 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 160 Into the World of Street Photography: Eye, Courage, and Presence 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 165 Candid Photography — Seeing Without Interrupting 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 185 Mastering Professional Wedding Photography 3 Credits $75.00
- WRI 191 Basic Creative Writing 3 Credits $75.00
- WRI 192 The Art of the Opening: Writing the Lede 3 Credits $75.00
Intermediate Level – 18 Modules
- CIN 201 The Moving Image: Foundations of Cinematography 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 205 Perfect Exposure: Mastering the Exposure Triangle 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 207 Understanding Contrast in Photography: A Masterclass 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 215 A Visual Experience: Color Theory, Vision, and Language of Tone 3 Credits $75.00
- MAS 218 Mastering the Art of Copywriting 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 220 Through the Lens of Time: Learning from Iconic Photographers 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 221 Judging the Frame: Standard, Style, and the Photographic Eye 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 222 The Art of Bokeh: Depth, Separation, and the Composed Frame 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 223 Presenting the Frame Aesthetically: The Art of the Crop 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 224 The Vocabulary of Photography: Line, Texture, and Shape 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 225 The Aesthetics of Control: Style and Vision 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 226 Structure, Balance, and Dynamics: Composing the Complete Frame 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 237 After Dark: The Art of Night Photography 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 250 A Masterclass in Portrait Photography: Echoes of Emotion 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 251 Mastering Techniques for Powerful Portraits 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 265 Candid Photography: A Masterclass 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 280 Mastering the Art of Black & White Photography 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 294 Mastering Professional Sports Photography 3 Credits $75.00
Advanced Level – 14 Modules
- PHO 305 The Metered Eye: Advanced Light Metering 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 315 Advanced Color: Calibration, Harmony, and the Mastered Palette 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 321 The Science of Style: Technical Mastery as Creative Control 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 324 Light, Color, Motion, and Perspective: The Dynamic Elements 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 325 Light Behind the Subject: Mastering Artistic Silhouette 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 326 The Decisive Composition: Depth, Light Science, and Artistic Responsibility 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 329 Mastering the Art of Travel Photography 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 346 Story and Narrative in Photojournalism 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 347 Ethics in Photography: Permission, Truth, and Moral Responsibility 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 377 Making Work Public: Type, Image, and the Craft of Publication 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 380 Advanced Black & White: Documentary, Style, and Mastery 3 Credits $75.00
- WRI 391 Advanced Creative Writing: Character, Setting, and the Short Story 3 Credits $75.00
- PHO 392 The Persuasive Frame: Commercial & Advertising Photography 3 Credits $75.00
- PHJ 396 Photojournalism Thesis 3 Credits $75.00
Practical Experience & Career Readiness
Faculty & Resources
Nasrul Eam
Nasrul Eam has established a distinguished career spanning nearly two decades as an author, photographer, cinematographer, editor, educator, and art director. Currently, he holds the positions of Dean of the Department of Art and Photography, Head of the Department of Language and Linguistics, and Department of Mass Communication & Advertising at Light & Composition University. Nasrul began his professional journey in 2000 in advertising, initially with Grey Global Group, where he collaborated with renowned organizations such as Nokia, Coca-Cola, Bata, and Telecom Malaysia.
In 2006, he joined Paper Rhyme under WPP, a leading British multinational holding company in communications, advertising, public relations, technology, and commerce, serving as Head of Interactive. Concurrently, Nasrul played a pivotal role in establishing advertising and event management firms like Spell Bound and Final Avenue. During his tenure in advertising agencies from 2000 to 2007, Nasrul produced four documentaries, created 35 animated commercials, and developed over one hundred high-end corporate websites.
An accomplished author, Nasrul has authored more than 60 books covering diverse topics in art, photography, cinematography, advertising, language, linguistics, and science. His multifaceted career reflects a deep commitment to creativity, education, and advancing knowledge across various disciplines.
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