Creative Media Technology

Produce creative designs, websites, mobile apps, audio-visual media and animations while learning to work as part of a dynamic production team.

Study a practical course aimed at creative and dynamic individuals with a passion for modern digital technology.

As part of this course, you’ll:

• Focus on the creative application of technology

• Use industry-standard software packages in our professional studios

• Learn how to produce effective designs, websites, apps, short films and animations while working as part of a production team

• Build a substantial portfolio of work

• Have the chance to develop relationships with future employers at our showcase event, where you will display your final-year project and network with industry professionals

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This course has been developed with local and national employers in the creative industries. You’ll benefit from the hands-on experience of staff who actively pursue research in this area, many of whom divide their time between academic work and commercial sector activities. You’ll have access to professional, industry-standard facilities. Our hardware and software systems are updated each year ensuring you use the same software as you will find in industry.

Throughout the course, you’ll practise presenting your work in front of a panel of tutors and industry professionals. Your final year project will be displayed at a tradeshow event where you can make contact with future employers. Previous students have found work with Disney Interactive Studios, Sky TV and many digital agencies.

Why study Creative Media Technology at Leeds Beckett University...

• Top 30 in the UK for Computer Science and Information Systems*

• Opportunity to take a ‘sandwich’ year – a year of paid employment in industry which will build your skills and experience

• Display your final year project at a unique tradeshow event where you can make contact with future employers

• Taught by professionals with industry experience who actively pursue research in this area

*2024 Guardian Subject League Tables

<strong> Year 1 Core Modules: </strong>

• 3D Principles
• Graphic Design
• Web Authoring
• Creative Media Practice
• Camera & Audio Production Technologies

<strong> Year 2 Core Modules: </strong>

• Motion Graphics
• Web Design
• Design Thinking
• Visual Communication in Creative Industries
  In addition, choose from a list of Year 2 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list.

<strong> Year 3 Core Modules: </strong>

• Professional Portfolio
• Production Project
• Short Story
  In addition, choose from a list of Year 3 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list.