Computer Animation and Multimedia: Diploma of Higher Education (BSc/BSc Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In Glasgow
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Glasgow (Scotland)
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Duration
2 Years
Computer Animation and Multimedia are important aspects of the creative industries which are showing phenomenal growth worldwide. On this course students learn how to use modern software packages such as Lightwave, Toonboom and Flash to create engaging and appealing 2D and 3D computer animations. In addition, students develop skills in film and video making, sound and video editing. The course is delivered on behalf of the University of the West of Scotland and successful students who satisfy the Universities entry criteria are GUARANTEED entry to Year 3 of the BSc/BSc(Hons) Computer Animation with Multimedia degree programme.
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About this course
One Higher (grade C or above) together with English and Mathematics at Standard Grade. Suitable alternatives considered. Entry by informal interview.
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Course programme
Computer Animation and Multimedia: Diploma of Higher Education (BSc/BSc Hons)
Course Description
Computer Animation and Multimedia are important aspects of the creative industries which are showing phenomenal growth worldwide. On this course students learn how to use modern software packages such as Lightwave, Toonboom and Flash to create engaging and appealing 2D and 3D computer animations. In addition, students develop skills in film and video making, sound and video editing. The course is delivered on behalf of the University of the West of Scotland and successful students who satisfy the Universities entry criteria are GUARANTEED entry to Year 3 of the BSc/BSc(Hons) Computer Animation with Multimedia degree programme.
Preferred Entry Requirements
One Higher (grade C or above) together with English and Mathematics at Standard Grade. Suitable alternatives considered. Entry by informal interview.
Course Duration
Course Duration: 2 academic years
Start Date: Sep-09
End Date: Jun-11
Hours per week: 16 hours per week (plus independent study)
Course Content
Computer Animation 1; The Computing Profession; Creating Multimedia; Audio Visual Practices; Design for Interaction; 2D Computer Animation; Audio and Image Processing; Animation Theory and Practice; Multimedia Authoring; 3D Animation; Animation Planning; Programming; Flash Interaction.
Progression
Guaranteed entry to Year 3 of BSc/BSc (Hons) Computer Animation with Multimedia at the University of the West of Scotland (Paisley Campus)
Computer Animation and Multimedia: Diploma of Higher Education (BSc/BSc Hons)