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Digital Media Design FdA
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 £3,290 per year. International fee is £5,865 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