Vogue Diploma in Fashion Photography
Uncover the art and mastery behind the fashion industry's most iconic photographs.
Fashion photography is no longer the exclusive domain of publications like Vogue. Today, thanks to social media and the pervasive influence of imagery, understanding the techniques and history of this discipline has become almost essential for content creators, photographers, or anyone curious about building a creative career in the fashion and lifestyle industry.
The Vogue Diploma (Higher Program) in Fashion Photography is the ideal choice for photographers seeking to expand their knowledge and gain hands-on experience with the magazine’s most distinguished collaborators. The curriculum encompasses a wide range of topics, from creative and artistic direction to technical areas such as lighting, set design, the techniques and characteristics of iconic photographs, and the rich history of the Vogue archive.
Through this program, students will enjoy privileged access to industry professionals from Vogue and other Condé Nast titles, as well as top-tier resources for photo shoots, including makeup artists, hairstylists, models, and stylists.
The program is designed to equip students with a strong visual education and foundational knowledge of fashion photography. Masterclasses with leading professionals, interactive workshops, and hands-on practice sessions prepare participants to thrive in the creative, competitive, and aspirational world of fashion photography.
Structure
The Vogue Diploma (Higher Program) in Fashion Photography combines hands-on training — including sessions in Vogue’s photography studio and collaborations with the magazine’s photographers — with an intensive visual education led by top professionals from Condé Nast and the broader visual arts industry. This program equips students with the skills to create impactful images that align with Vogue’s creative values. Focused on helping students express their artistic identity, the diploma is designed for amateur photographers, content creators, and other creative professionals seeking specialized training in this field.
Course Content
- Foundations of Fashion Photography
- Techniques and the Creative Process
- Teamwork: Production
- Image Design, Creative Direction, and Retouching
- Photography Workshops
- Final Project or Optional Internships
Modules
The Vogue Diploma in Fashion Photography transforms the expertise of the renowned photographers who collaborate with the magazine into an educational experience accessible to all students with a basic level of photographic technique. The program includes the use of Vogue’s photography studio to develop the practical content of this diploma. Students are required to bring their own equipment (camera, lenses, etc.) but will have access to studio resources provided by Vogue College of Fashion (backdrops, hair and makeup rooms, lighting, etc.) during class hours under the supervision of instructors.
Modules include:
Foundations of Fashion Photography
This module delves into the culture of image-making, particularly in fashion, covering iconic photographers, legendary covers, and the basics of photography.
Primarily theoretical, it also features masterclasses with prominent figures in photography.
Techniques and the Creative Process
Learn how to develop the creative process, from unlocking creativity to transforming ideas into stunning and meaningful images. This module begins with concept creation, including moodboards, and, through its hands-on approach, culminates in producing visuals on the desired medium.
Teamwork: Production
Practical experience revolves around the team that brings images to life: stylists, makeup artists, hairstylists, set decorators, and production crews. At the same time, photographers often act as their own entrepreneurs, handling contracts, talents, models, castings, and agencies. Understanding how to navigate the intricate world of fashion is essential to turning creativity into a profitable career in this competitive, ever-evolving industry.
Image Design, Creative Direction, and Retouching
This module focuses on developing skills in creative direction and image manipulation to achieve the desired visual narrative. It includes practical exercises in creative direction, retouching, and image composition.
Photography Workshops
Master the process of image creation from moodboards to final edits. This fully practical module includes team-based and individual projects in both outdoor and studio settings: silhouettes, still lifes, fashion editorials with models, and styling teams. It’s ideal for building a student portfolio.
Final Project or Optional Internships
Conclude your studies with a fully personalized final project. There is also the option to pursue internships to expand your professional network.
Schedule
Course Dates
02 April 2025 – 20 June 2025
Class Days & Times
Monday to Friday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
*Some activities may extend beyond this schedule; the final timetable will be provided one week before the start of the course.
Accreditation
Accrediting Body & Award Structure
This program is endorsed by Nebrija University. It offers a unique combination of academic rigor and industry engagement, providing practical and professional skills while leveraging the expertise of Vogue’s extensive network of industry professionals.
Credits
The programme does not carry any European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits.
Internships
Requirements for Internships in Spain
According to current legislation in Spain (Royal Decree-Law 2/2023 of March 16), internship students will start contributing to social security as of January 1, 2024.
To this end, it is mandatory for all students, Spanish and foreign, to have their Social Security number prior to applying for their internship. This condition applies to paid and unpaid internships, both for curricular and extracurricular internships.
The hiring company will register the student with the Spanish Social Security for the duration of the internship.
It is the responsibility of each student to obtain information and process this requirement from their country of origin or in Spain, with a competent agency that can guide them depending on their nationality or specific situation. It is important to keep in mind that these procedures may take some time, which will affect the achievement of internships in the desired time.
At Vogue College of Fashion we do not process these documents.
It is important to have a valid insurance policy during your internship in Spain, so as long as you are a student at Vogue College of Fashion, this policy is covered by the school insurance of the corresponding University according to the Diploma.
Since in the Diplomas, internships are NOT COMPULSORY, but OPTIONAL, students who want to apply for the available places, must have solved the previous requirement but also take into account that these internships ARE NOT GUARANTEED, as they are not a necessary subject to pass the course and the availability of places depends on the needs of the companies in the hours and period that lasts the Diploma.
See the complete document with the important requirements for internships, here.
Careers
This programme contains modules, experiences and opportunities designed to equip you with the essential skills, knowledge and practice crucial for a successful career in fashion photography, from personal development to professional practice.
Within the course content, there will be many career and professional development elements and activities available to you.
Previous Vogue College students have gone on to work at: Condé Nast, Vogue, Glamour, Aisle 8, Net-A-Porter, Harvey Nichols, L’Oréal, Hayley Menzies, Grazia, HanSpringett LTD (AKA H-Lans), GQ, Harper’s Bazaar Arabia, WGSN, TikTok, Tatler, Louis Vuitton and many more.
Living
Discovering the ins and outs of student life is essential for your journey at Vogue College of Fashion. From advising you on the perfect accommodation to navigating the vibrant city of Madrid, we’re here to guide you through it all.
Fees
| Spanish Student | International Student |
|---|---|
| €4,900.00 | €4,900.00 |
We offer course fee reductions to alumni. Visit our Terms & Conditions for more details.
Tuition fees may increase annually in response to market conditions.
Deposit Payment & Instalment Options
To secure your place in the course, a reservation fee of €400.00 is required within the next 48 hours of receiving your admission. The amount of the place reservation will be deducted from the total price of the course.
The course must have been paid in full before its start date.
A refund of the place reservation rights may only be requested in the event of impossibility of attendance due to a justified serious illness or other unexpected reason of comparable severity, as well as due to force majeure.
Students do not have the option to pay the tuition fee in instalments over the duration of the course. However, in some cases, instalments may be allowed before the course starts.
Student Loans, Scholarships, & Bursaries
Please be aware that students studying at Vogue College of Fashion are currently ineligible for student loans. Students are welcome to explore other third-party methods or schemes of financing.
Additional Costs
For guidance on the cost of living in Madrid, please refer to our Living in Madrid page. Accommodation information can be found on our Accommodation page.
Admissions
We welcome applicants with exceptional ideas and a passion for the fashion, fashion media and luxury lifestyle industries, eager to contribute meaningfully to their evolution and to make an impact on the future of fashion.
How to Apply
Whether a Spanish or international applicant, you should apply directly to the College by sending an email to infoadmisiones@voguecollege.com, including all required documentation.
For enquiries regarding entry requirements or the admissions process, applicants may contact our Admissions Office.
Deadline
The registration period will remain open until the number of available spots is filled.
Madrid
Madrid, where tradition meets the avant-garde, is a vibrant cultural hub of talent and creativity. From the luxurious boutiques of Salamanca to Malasaña's edgy street style, the city pulsates with fashion inspiration.
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