Unit

School Of Communication Arts

Photo DocumentaryWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 100793.1

Discipline: GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDIES

Student Contribution Band: 1

Level: 1

Credit Points: 10

Assumed Knowledge
Students will require a basic knowledge of photographic processes and general knowledge of design principles.

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About this Unit
This unit examines the uses of Photography for Design, Documentary, Photo Journalism, and visual research purposes. It provides the knowledge needed for working successfully within the documentary area of the medium. The unit involves an exploration of the recording and utilizing information using the photographic medium and the way in which the context of the production and presentation of images contributes to their communicative potential.