Interactive Media

Qualification type

HND

Awarding body

The Edexcel Foundation (EDEXCEL)

Location

One Central Park

Attendance

Full time

As the definition of full time and part time can vary from course to course, please check with the tutor as to the exact number of hours study each week this course will entail.

What's the Interactive Media course about?

The HND consists of 16 units which have been selected to build on an art and design base of creative thinking and problem solving. The course allows students to apply these skills in designing and producing professional quality interactive media within the disciplines of video production, CD-ROM production, website development, digital image manipulation and animation.The course has a strong emphasis on conceptual ideas, design, and theoretical contexts involved in interactive media.

Subjects covered include: - Computer applications in art and design - Computing fundamentals - Interactive media design and authoring - Historical and contextual referencing - Cultural interpretation of design - Animation techniques - 3D computer modelling - Computer interface design - Sound production and editing - Electronic communication applications - Audio visual techniques - Marketing development - Digital and video post production and editing - Image manipulation applications

The course is assessed through project work across a range of units throughout the course. Final assessment will include a portfolio presentation and demonstration of work produced.

What will I be able to do after I've completed this course?

The programme has been structured to meet the growing demand by employers for knowledge and skills in digital creativity and multimedia authoring in many different fields, such as education, entertainment, training, leisure and communication. On completion of the course students will have the opportunity to progress on to a related degree.

How do I apply?

Individuals who would like to study the course on a part time basis, should apply directly to The Manchester College on our standard HE application form. Please ring our Course Enquiry Team on FREECALL 0800 068 8585 (email: enquiries@themanchestercollege.ac.uk) and ask for an HE application form. Applications for full time study should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). All applications from students in the UK should be made using the on-line application system on the UCAS website. If you are applying from overseas you should write to: UCAS, Rosehill, New Barn Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL52 3LZ. Any time during the year for enrolment in September.

You can also apply on line for this course

How much will the course cost me?

For information on HE course fees, please contact our Course Enquiry Team on FREECALL 0800 068 8585.

What qualifications or experience do I need to do this course?

Applicants should possess an A Level, BTEC National Diploma/Certificate or an equivalent level 3 qualification with art or design content. Qualifications should be accompanied by a portfolio of creative work. Minimum UCAS tariff points required: 100. Mature applicants (aged 21 or over) who are able to demonstrate relevant skills or knowledge gained in employment or vocational activity may also apply.

Hours per week

18

As the definition of full time and part time can vary from course to course, please check with the tutor as to the exact number of hours study each week this course will entail.

Weeks per year

36

Course length

2 Year(s)

Level

Higher

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