Digital Art | Level 2 | P12554
How to study
Full Time
Duration
1 Year
Location
Burton Town Centre Campus
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Course overview
This one-year program is designed to help you develop essential digital skills and prepare you for progression to one of our Level 3 courses in Creative Content or Games Design and Animation.
Throughout the year, you'll dive into the basics of the digital media industry, learning to use creative software like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. You'll explore a wide array of topics, including visual communication, graphic design, animation and photography.
This course provides the opportunity to participate in taster sessions that will help you discover your interests and strengths, ready to progress to the next level of course. You will also get the chance to collaborate with local businesses and organisations to test and showcase your new skills in real-world scenarios.
By the end of this course, you'll be well-prepared to advance to a Level 3 course in digital media, equipped with the knowledge and experience to excel in your chosen field and start your journey towards a creative and dynamic career in digital media.
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Fees and Costs
Educational entitlements or fee concessions are solely based on the individual programme and nationally set eligibility criteria. To see if you qualify for fee concessions then please visit the 'what will I pay' section of our website. You may be surprised what you are entitled to!
- Course Fees Examination & Registrations
- 16-18 School Leaver info FREE Course fee IncludedExam & Registration fee
- 19-23 Educational Entitlement info £2160.00Course fee IncludedExam & Registration fee
- 19+ Part Funded info £1080.00 Course fee IncludedExam & Registration fee
- 19+ Fully Funded info FREECourse fee Included Exam & Registration fee
- 24+ Fully Funded info FREECourse fee Included Exam & Registration fee
- Full Cost info £2160.00Course fee £171.30Exam & Registration fee
Payment methods
- Payment in Full (Credit Card / Debit Cards / Cash / Employer Sponsored) accepted
- Direct Debit Instalments accepted
- Advanced Learning Loan accepted
- Student Finance English Loan (HE) not accepted
For International Learners
Email us: financialsupport@bsdc.ac.uk
Call us: 01283 494757 or 01283 494472
Visit us: Chat to the Financial Support Team in the Learner Hub
Just drop-in, Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm and Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.Disclaimer
Further Education Programme Only: The College reserves the right to change or amend, at any time, any of the course details including but not limited to; content, dates, times, venues, tutor, fees payable, concessions available, terms or conditions.
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Entry requirements
Applicants will be expected to have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or an equivalent qualification
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What modules will I study?
The modules in this course are designed around three key areas:
- Skill Building: Develop a strong foundation in digital media through hands-on practice with industry-standard software and techniques.
- Progression: Gain the knowledge and experience needed to understand the creative industries and support you in advancing to higher-level courses or apprenticeships.
- Showcasing Skills: Demonstrate your newly acquired skills through projects and exhibiting your work at our end of year exhibition.
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How will I be assessed?
The course assessment will be entirely based on coursework, allowing you to document your journey digitally through various projects, skills development, and progression exploration. You will engage in real-world projects, track your skill growth, and maintain a digital portfolio that showcases your evolving competencies. You will be assessed on your ability to inform ideas, solve problems, demonstrate technical skills, practice professionally, and communicate effectively. This approach ensures a practical and comprehensive evaluation of your abilities, preparing you for future academic or professional challenges.
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What can I do next?
By the end of this course, you'll be well-prepared to advance to a Level 3 course in digital media, typically in Creative Content or Games Design and Animation. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to explore apprenticeships and other progression routes, allowing you to tailor your educational journey to your career aspirations.
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English & Maths
Being confident with maths and English is not only important for everyday life but it’s expected as standard in the world of work. We’re committed to ensuring our learners have the full range of skills that universities and employers are looking for. If you haven’t yet achieved grade 4 (grade C) in English and maths and are aged between 16-18 years, you will continue to study these by undertaking a GCSE re-sit programme or appropriate stepping stone qualifications in addition to your vocational learning programme.
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Work Experience
We believe that the best way to get a real sense of your chosen industry is to try it out for yourself! That’s why all of our full time study programme courses include relevant industry work experience. It shows future employers you’ve got what it takes and are motivated to succeed. Not only does it look good on your CV, but it’s an opportunity to build up your confidence and industry contacts. Our Employment Hub works with over 500 local employers to ensure all students on full time study programmes have a high quality and meaningful work placement. So not only do you gain valuable work experience, it helps you decide on your future options, from choosing the right university course to finding the right employer. Work experience is a chance to you to spend time on an employer’s premises, observing the workplace, undertaking tasks (under supervision) alongside team members and learning the skills and behaviours needed at work. It’s designed to bridge the gap between your education and the world of work. It can help you to become aware of jobs you have not previously thought of, inform your career choices, develop your skills and help you gain the attitudes and behaviours expected at work. For more information on Work Experience, please contact our Employment Hub on 01283 494599 or email employmenthub@bsdc.ac.uk.
More information on Creative, Design & Digital Media
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