Foundation Degree in Creative Digital Media

Foundation Degree in Creative Digital Media
Course Level
Level 5

Course Description
In terms of creative buzz, few careers provide the same job satisfaction as those in the media. You will gain practical skills in a range of digital media whilst developing your knowledge of the social, institutional and creative contexts within which these operate.
You will study a combination of digital media including video, audio, photography and animation and will get the chance to develop a productive and meaningful creative practice, responsive to the cultural and industrial needs of the region. We have strong links with local media organisations including Skillset, Screen Yorkshire, the BBC and local press and radio.
As well as career progression to full degree, the course can offer skills enhancement in the workplace through the study of individual modules

Awarding Body
Course Content Modules include:
2D and 3D Animation
Audio Production
Digital Imaging
Major Research Project
Moving Image Production
Photography
Final Major Project
NB Some are also available as free-standing modules

Additional Qualifications n/a

Career Progression
Progression to BA (Hons)/BSc (Hons) Top-up
Career in industry as a practitioner in a variety of areas including research, production, editing, animation, audio, photography.

Campus Work Experience
Work related learning is an important part of this course. You will negotiate work experience or a placement with your tutor.

Assessment
Learning and assessment is through the development of knowledge acquisition, practical assignments,professional and research skills. Delivery methods include lectures, practical workshops, seminars, tutorials,work as well as web based learning.

Attendance Course Length and Study Pattern
Available as, full-time, part-time or as free-standing modules. Study will be on one or two days per week and some evenings, depending on mode of study.