Digital Media Development

This course is for those with a passion for creative technology and media production. It will appeal to filmmakers, content creators, gamers, designers, digital artists, and image makers looking for a dynamic, multi-disciplined Digital Media environment that harnesses breadth and the opportunity for specialised depth also. As such, this course will be of particular interest to those who wish to work within the Creative Media Industry in roles within TV, Film, Graphics, VR, XR and AR, animation and content creation.

You will fuse traditional and digital media to shape new forms of communication. Alongside foundations in cinematography, content creation, audio and video editing, graphic design, and animation, you will explore areas such as virtual and augmented reality. Knowledge of more immersive interactive applications will be beneficial in a rapidly changing field, where the industry now requires multi-skilled digital media practitioners, creative but also competent in a range of technology.
On completion you may choose to complete our 1-year Level 6 BA (Hons) Contemporary Art & Design Practice (top up), awarded by Sheffield Hallam University. Alternatives include top-up degrees in areas such as Digital Media, Animation, Graphics, Media or Film Production.

On completion you may choose to enter or further develop your career in roles such as: Content Creator, Games Designer, Animator, Graphic Designer, Podcaster, Social Media Marketing, Editor, Producer, Art Director, Motion Graphic Developer, Curator.

This programme has been designed so that in year 1 you can experiment with and understand a broad range of digital media.
In year 2, concepts and techniques are further developed. You also begin to identify your chosen area of specific interest, take part in industry briefs and work experience, and refine your craft culminating in a final exhibition of your work. You will complete 120 credits in each year.

2 Years ,12 hours per week

For further information please contact us by visiting the contact page on the college website .

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.

Ideas and Concepts- Developing ideas for a variety of media outcomes and presenting them in a professional way. Digital Exploration- Utilising a range of computer software and hardware to create media assets including audio,3D Models and 2D Graphics to produce a range of media outcomes that demonstrate your technical and creative media skills. Immersion and Interface-Creating a virtual reality experience and ways to interact within these environments. Future Self- Develop a pathway for your personal career aspirations.

All students are continually assessed throughout their learning with one to one tutorial guidance or in-group critiques. And on completion of modules are assessed and graded. There are no formal examinations.