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
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.
Course content:
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
Conclude your studies with a fully personalized final project.
Schedule
Course Dates
October 16, 2025 to December 12, 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
This Diploma offers the possibility of optional extracurricular internships as a complement to the course; however, these are not part of the academic program. Internship opportunities may arise if companies in the sector share relevant openings with us, based on their specific needs and interest in the skills covered by this diploma.
Please note that these internships are not guaranteed, as they depend on the external job market and are not managed directly by Vogue College of Fashion.
Additionally, according to current Spanish legislation, students must have a Spanish Social Security Number from the start of the course, hold a valid student visa, and be eligible for Social Security registration by the hosting company if an internship opportunity becomes available.
See the complete document with the important requirements for internships, here.
Living in Madrid
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€ | 4.900€ |
The admission process is free of charge. Students can apply for a spot in the course without any cost. Once the admission is confirmed by Vogue College of Fashion, the student must pay a €500 fee as a reservation and enrollment deposit to secure their spot in the course.
The amount of the place reservation will be deducted from the total price of the course.
You can choose to make a one-time payment of the total course fee or split the payment into several installments.
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.
Student Loans, Scholarships, & Bursaries
This course does not offer scholarships. Students are welcome to explore other third-party methods or schemes of financing.
Admissions
By clicking the link here, you will find detailed information about the admission process for this course. All required documents to apply for a place must be sent by email to infoadmisiones@voguecollege.com
Please note that the admission process is free of charge and does not involve any cost. Enrollment will remain open until October 2025. Places are limited.
Please find the list of all required documents to apply:
Documentation required:
- Admission form (Download here)
- Photocopy of ID, passport, or identity card
- CV
- Personal Statement. These programmes require you to submit a personal statement, with a maximum of 30 lines, as part of your application outlining your suitability for and understanding of the course, the relevance of your background and your reasons for applying.
- One color photograph (headshot)
Vogue Careers Connect
At Vogue College of Fashion, we are committed to the professional development of our students and alumni, and we continuously develop initiatives to enhance the support we offer.
We have a Career Portal, Vogue Careers Connect, designed to provide our alumni with access to extracurricular internships and job opportunities on our Madrid and London campuses, aligned with their academic background and interests.
This portal is exclusively available to Master’s and Diploma alumni and can be accessed once the course has been successfully completed and passed.
Madrid
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