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.
Course Requirements
All applications will be considered individually however offers will usually be based on: 64 UCAS points (those with 48 UCAS points will be considered for an interview) BTEC Level 3 qualification (2 years) in relevant subject Other related Level 3 qualifications. Normally 4 GCSEs at grade C or above (or numeric score of 4/5 under newly reformed GCSE grading), including maths or English
An Access to Higher Education Diploma in relevant area.
Related work experience will be considered in place of formal qualifications
What you will Learn
Assessment
Whilst there are no formal examinations – We usde a wide range of assessment methods throughout the course. You will also be encouraged to assess and evaluate your own progress and the work of others as part of your studies. The course values the ability to reflect on learning and to use assessment as a tool to improve and get better. You will receive regular verbal and written feedback throughout the year culminating in key assessment points when summative* feedback in provided.
*Summative assessment is where you recieve a mark for your work.
Progression
The understanding of digital design developed on the course as well as the technical skills acquired will equip you as a digital designer for a careers in games development, virtual reality application design and a variety of roles in the interactive media industry.
Career Options
Mandatory Units
Contact Details
Extra Costs Involved
You might be expected to visit events as part of your studies that would sometimes require extra cost. There is an annual residential to an International desitnation which whilst not compulsary is strongly recommended. Previous destinations have included Berlin, Krakow, Budapest, Barcelona and New York. Additional equipment will be required to store your digital work e.g. Hard drives, as well as stationary to record your development work such as drawing pads and drawing equipment. We will endeavour to keep the extra cost to a minimum and some of the purchased items could be at discounted cost. This will be explained in more detail to you at interview.
Exam Validation Body
The Degree is awarded by Sheffield Hallam University
Hours Per Week
14 hours a week
How Long To Complete
The Foundation Degree will take two years full time. Students who successfully complete the FdA Digital Media Design programme will be eligible to articulate onto our L6 Top-up in Contemporary Creative Practice at the Stockport campus. This will mean that with this additional year you will graduate with a full BA (Honours Degree).
Programme Structure
This programme has been designed so that in year 1 you can experiment and learn 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.
Contact Details
For further information please email HEenquiries@tcg.ac.uk
Disclaimer
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.
