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CANON STUDENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME 2024
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COMPETITION
Stories in Motion
We are excited to be working with CVP to bring you Stories in Motion, a brand new short film competition for young cinematographers.
CASHBACK OFFER
Student Cashback
Invest in your future and save up to £450 on selected Canon purchases. T&Cs apply.
PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILMMAKING STUDENT DISCOUNT
Canon student discounts
The right kit can help turn your vision into reality. Save money on Canon equipment and accessories.
STUDENT PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games photography experience
The winners of our Between the Lines student photography competition got the chance to be right in the action of the Games. Watch a recap of their experience now!
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Canon Future Focus
Photography mentorships. Currently only online programmes are available.
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Filmmaking mentorships. Coming soon.
Student filmmaking events. Coming soon.
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Canon Future Focus photography courses. Coming soon.
Canon Future Focus virtual photography mentorship programme.
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