Photography HND (Degree Level) – AMDT School of Creativity | Colombo 04

The Photography programme at AMDT – School of Creativity is a degree-level HND course that takes a deep, exploratory approach to both traditional and digital photography. Set in AMDT’s creative campus on Galle Road in Colombo 04, this programme emphasises artistic experimentation, art and cultural studies, and video production alongside technical photographic mastery — preparing students not just as photographers but as complete visual artists and creative storytellers.

The programme is available in both full-time and part-time formats, making it accessible to working professionals and students alike. Full-time students attend weekday classes and can complete the programme in two years, while part-time students attend weekend and evening classes with up to 2.5 years to graduate.

What You Will Learn

• Experimentation with traditional (film) and digital photography techniques
• Art and cultural studies as a foundation for photographic practice
• Visual communication, aesthetics, and conceptual image-making
• Studio and location photography across multiple genres
• Video production — filming, editing, and storytelling through moving image
• Advanced digital post-production and retouching
• Exhibition preparation and professional portfolio development

Study Options

Career Opportunities

• Fine Art / Creative Photographer
• Commercial and Advertising Photographer
• Documentary Filmmaker
• Photography Educator / Lecturer
• Art Director / Creative Director
• Gallery Artist and Exhibition Photographer