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Digital Media Design (top-up)
BA(Hons)

  • Course summary and entry requirements

    Course duration Help

    Full-time: 1 year

    UCAS code W214 (campus codes B - CCBH, or L - Sussex Downs College (Lewes))

    About the course

    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 multimedia or digital media design.

    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 multimedia 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.

    Typical entry requirements Help

    The entry requirements listed here are for students starting their course in 2014. Entry requirements for students thinking about starting a course in 2013 can be found in the online prospectus. 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.

  • Course content

    Areas of study

    The course is subdivided into four main units - Cultural and Critical Studies, Multimedia Practice, Professional Practice and a self-initiated project. Multimedia Practice provides the foundation throughout the year. Students are encouraged to produce a range of multimedia 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.

    Syllabus

    Professional and Personal Development
    Cultural and Critical Studies
    Exam project
    Specialist Digital Media Design Practice

  • Fees and costs

    The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2013-14. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.

    The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.

    What's included in the fee?

    When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.

    You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.

    Our website www.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

    BA(Hons) Digital Media Design at CCBH (top-up)  [H2EA022]
    UK/EU (Full Time)For advice on fees for this course please contact fees@brighton.ac.uk, +44/0 1273 642449.
    Island Students (Full Time)For advice on fees for this course please contact fees@brighton.ac.uk, +44/0 1273 642449.
    International (Full Time)For advice on fees for this course please contact fees@brighton.ac.uk, +44/0 1273 642449.
    BA(Hons) Digital Media Design at SDC LEWES (top-up)  [H2EA022]
    UK/EU (Full Time)For advice on fees for this course please contact fees@brighton.ac.uk, +44/0 1273 642449.
    Island Students (Full Time)For advice on fees for this course please contact fees@brighton.ac.uk, +44/0 1273 642449.
    International (Full Time)For advice on fees for this course please contact fees@brighton.ac.uk, +44/0 1273 642449.

  • Location

    Location Help City College Brighton and Hove, Sussex Downs College (Lewes)

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  • Career 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 multimedia 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. For further information, please contact:

    Digital Media Design top-up BA(Hons)
    Sussex Downs College (Lewes)
    01273 483188
    sue.bamford@sussexdowns.ac.uk

    City College Brighton and Hove
    01273 667749 x433
    mgo@ccb.ac.uk

    Visit the careers service website.

Applying for 2013 entry

We have limited places available on this course.

Please call us for advice 01273 644644

Application process
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01273 643097
Email multiadmin@brighton.ac.uk

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