Full-time Foundation Degree Arts (FdA) Digital Media Design

Digital Media Design FdA
Whether you have an interest in digital image creation and manipulation, digital sound or video, website design, animation techniques or authoring interactive DVDs/CDs, this course offers an exciting and dynamic range of skill development covering both the creative and technical aspects of multimedia design.

Winner of the BEACON Award for practical teaching and learning 2007!

It is broad-based and encompasses the full range of disciplines within the subject of multimedia.

The emphasis is on developing ideas and acquiring skills. Students learn to find innovative solutions to complex problems, gain confidence in handling a wide range of software, and become effective team workers, creative designers and excellent communicators, skilled in presenting themselves and their ideas.

The combination of modules develops the conceptual, analytical, contextual, technical and design skills required for entry to professional level. The flexible programme encourages students to develop specialisms and interests, and fosters professional attitudes and practice through studio-based and work-related learning. The course is supported by a solid technical base

Study Pattern
You can chose to study this foundation degree at Eastbourne or Lewes. At both of these centres the course covers general principles of design development, multimedia digital technologies and current applications in electronic communications and audiovisual techniques. The programme includes live multimedia projects, and the opportunity to work in teams and with practising media professionals.

Career opportunities
The course is designed for those who wish to become well-qualified and highly skilled professionals within the multimedia industry. It provides a realistic platform from which to enter professional practice, whether by working in existing multimedia organisations or by forming new companies. Students wishing to take their studies further may be able to progress to the BA (Hons) Multimedia top-up at Sussex Downs College (Lewes).

Key Facts
Duration: Full-time: 2 years

UCAS code: W280 (Route A) E280 (Route B)

Campus Code: Eastbourne (E) Lewes (L)
Entry requirements

See also: Digital Media Department
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Entry Requirements
:UCAS tariff: In the range of 120 points, from a minimum of one 6-unit qualification. Relevant A-level subjects. Level 3 Key Skills will count towards the tariff score. General Studies will count towards the tariff score.
International Baccalaureate:individual assessment.
IELTS:(English proficiency): 6.0 overall, 6 in writing.
QAA-approved access course:Foundation studies in Art and Design acceptable; subject-specific units.
GCSE:(minimum grade C): a good profile.
Other: Interview and portfolio review. Formal academic qualifications may not be required for applicants over 21 who can demonstrate appropriate experience and potential at interview.
Location:Eastbourne or Lewes
Contact:Tanya Neuss (Eastbourne)