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Digital Media Design FdA

Digital Media

Quick facts

UCAS Code: W283
UCAS Institution Code: L68
Level: 5
Duration: 2 Years full time
Location: Centre for Business, Arts and Technology
Fees: Home fee is £3290 per year. International fee is £5865 per year.

What is this course about?

The course philosophy is focused on supporting individuals to realise their personal vocational goals and successfully meet the needs of employers and potential clients. It provides you with theoretical knowledge and technical skills whilst developing your conceptual and critical abilities. These skills are complimented with strategies in planning, concept development and project management. The course is taught to small groups by a team of highly experienced lecturers with a diverse range of commercial experience, most of whom are still practicing freelance practitioners. The core teaching is richly supplemented by a diverse range of specialist Visiting Lecturers who provide a connection to the real world of media and design.

Who is this course for?

It is for those wishing to pursue a career in media design and production, providing a good balance between technical skill and creative process and also for those who already have some previous knowledge and experience of design or media production (at Level 2 or 3) and want to enter the industry. The course is demanding and practical but taught in a supportive environment.

What do I need to get on the course?

You will need one of the following,1 A Level (2 AS Levels are equivalent to 1 A level), BTEC National Diploma/Certificate in a related subject, Advanced GNVQ with Merit or a recognised Access to Higher Education Certificate in a related subject. In addition, you will need 4 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English Language and Mathematics, or equivalent.

Formal entry qualifications may be waived if applicants have appropriate experience and have satisfactorily demonstrated through portfolio or other evidence at interview that they have the capability and commitment to complete the course.

What will I study?

The curriculum features heavy industry involvement in terms of both its design and delivery. You will also benefit from a work-based learning module, where you will undertake a period of industry experience.

What qualification will I get?

On successful completion, you will gain a Foundation Degree in Digital Media Design awarded by London Metropolitan University.

What can I do after the course?

You can go on to work as a designer is publishing, the broadcast industries, web based media or the games and leisure industries. You can also progress onto the third year of a full Honours Degree at University.

How do I get on the course?

Apply through UCAS www.ucas.ac.uk UCAS code W283, UCAS Institution code L68

If you cannot find the information, you are looking for on our website please contact the Course Information Unit on tel: 020 7700 9200 or email: courseinfo@candi.ac.uk

 

Student profile

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Lily Corrigan

I try to enjoy everything to the best of my ability so that I don't miss out on anything when I'm learning, says Lily, who is on the Health and Social Care BTEC First Diploma. I like the Centre for Health, Social and Child Care because it's a fun place to be and there are plenty of tutors to help you get what you want when you're studying a course. They've always helped me to understand if there's any improvements I can make with my work and I've always felt able to ask for help if I'm struggling.