Digital Media Design BA (Hons)
(top-up degree)
This course is a one-year BA(Hons) top-up year for applicants who have successfully completed a two year HND or foundation degree in digital media design, or another related discipline such as, animation, motion graphics, graphic design etc.
Digital Media Design (multimedia) is one of the fastest growing industries within both the creative and technical fields. It is diverse, demanding and remains in a constant state of flux whilst consistently challenging our perceptions and sensory experiences. Diverse disciplines and practices lead to the production of a wide variety of digital media work including motion graphics, animation, 3D modelling, design for interactivity, or mobile technologies to name but a few.
The course provides students with the opportunity to further consider these disciplines and to build upon their previous digital media design experience from a practical and theoretical perspective.
The underpinning of the course is the development of a practical and intellectual understanding of the subject to the point where students can successfully enter the professional world, or study at postgraduate level. Emphasis throughout is on building sound working methods and establishing strong critical judgement.
Areas of study
The course is subdivided into four main units - Cultural and Critical Studies, Digital Media Design Practice, Professional Practice and a self-initiated project. Digital Media Design Practice provides the foundation throughout the year. Students are encouraged to produce a range of Digital Media Design outcomes that include interface design, screen design, time-based media, digital image making and authoring.
Students are expected to engage with the development of practical and theoretical project work, live competition projects and live briefs relating to working partnerships and business clients within industry.
Projects test and develop visual communication and practical skills, and options enable students to structure part of their studies towards their particular interests. A practical appreciation of skills and techniques is encouraged alongside creative expression. Visiting professional designers play an important role, contributing to the lively culture of the course.
Career and progression opportunities
Students are able to develop a practical and intellectual understanding of the subject to the point where they can successfully enter the professional world, or study at postgraduate level. Graduates usually pursue careers either as freelance designers or work in a range of Design companies. Others take advantage of a variety of postgraduate opportunities, including teaching qualifications.
The course is delivered at the university's partner colleges: Sussex Downs College (Lewes) and City College Brighton and Hove.
Please note that the method of delivery of the curriculum at each partner college may vary.
UCAS code
W214 (campus codes B - CCBH, or L - Sussex Downs College (Lewes))
Duration
Full-time: 1 year
Location City College Brighton and Hove, Sussex Downs College (Lewes)
Typical entry requirements
Individual offers may vary
Foundation degree/HND
240 credits from a foundation degree or HND. Interview and portfolio review.
For non-native speakers of English:
IELTS 6.0 overall, 6.0 in writing.
Other:
Formal academic qualifications may not be required for applicants over 21 who can demonstrate appropriate experience and potential at interview.
Find out more:
Tel: Sussex Downs College (Lewes) (01273) 483188
Email: sue.bamford@sussexdowns.ac.uk
Tel: City College Brighton and Hove (01273) 667749 x433
Email: mgo@ccb.ac.uk
Visit: Arts at University of Brighton
