BA (Hons) Digital Media Design

What will I study?

First year

During the first year, students concentrate on building their core skillset, which includes graphic design, web design, video and sound editing, image manipulation, and basic photography skills. At the same time, aided by research literature and ideation sessions, they are introduced to concepts such as visual communication, ubiquitous design and user experience.

Second year

In the second year, students delve deeper into web-based content, and learn how to create mobile applications, interactive digital comics, video game prototypes and physical interfaces. The year culminates with a multi-disciplinary exhibition, where the Digital Media Design students lead a collaborative project, which includes students from other disciplines across the School of Creative Arts such as Music, Photography and Architecture or an external institution.

Third year

In the final year, students propose, manage and realise a substantial media project, alongside the production of a report in a subject of their choosing. Students examine and produce work for the multiple types of digital media platforms now available. Their studies will also prepare them for employment through professional development planning, sector analysis, portfolio development, networking and careers advice.

Level 4

Module

• Design and Creative Practices 1
• Design and Creative Practices 2
• Media in Mind: Histories, Theories, Contexts (C&CS)

Level 5

Module

• Teamwork Practices
• Independent Project
• Mobile and Web Application Design
• Storytelling and Gaming
• Connections and Perspectives I : Exploring Creative Media and Digital Cultures
• Connections and Perspectives II : Exploring Creative Media and Digital Cultures
• Year Abroad

Level 6

Module

• Sandwich Year (Creative Arts)
• Degree Project
• Dissertation (C&CS)
• Professional Practices
• Year Abroad