Birmingham City University - DIGITAL MEDIA COMPUTING - BSC (HONS)

Birmingham City University

DIGITAL MEDIA COMPUTING - BSC (HONS)

We’ve developed this multidisciplinary course to combine computing and digital media. This enables you to leave university as a versatile graduate with a mix of computing, technical and content creation skills.You’ll study with support of the latest in digital media technology equipment. This includes digital TV studios, edit and dubbing suites. Study with us so you’ll be prepared for a world seeking those able to develop the next generation of digital media products.

WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS COURSE?

Our Digital Media Computing course is an intellectually challenging and highly rewarding programme that covers everything from coding to animation. It will prepare you to meet the professional and technical demands of industry.

In the first year you will learn underlying principles of computer science, as well as visual design and human computer interaction, bringing these together through a collaborative innovation project and taking part in our annual Innovation Fest. This is where students get together to solve society’s problems with creative technology. Previous projects have included medical assistance drones, accessible gaming controllers, and smart housing solutions. The event brings together students, academics and industry guests, so it’s a great way to have fun, build experience and network, and win prizes!

During the second and third year of study you will explore more in-depth the areas of web application development, digital media processing, media production and 3D modelling and animation. You will have opportunities to work on real world projects through a major group project in year two, as well as undertaking an individual project in the final year.

You will develop key transferable skills, such as teamwork, reflection and self-awareness. You’ll also gain analytical skills through coursework tasks, as well as enhancing your problem solving using a range of systems and technologies.

You will have the option to undertake an industrial placement after your second year, gaining valuable work experience, and on the course you'll acquire skills in web technology, programming, animation, 3D modelling, video production, human-computer interaction and interface design to develop web and interactive digital media applications.

Entry Requirements

Essential Requirements: 

  • 112 UCAS tariff points from A/AS Level

GCSE:

  • GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C/4 or above
  • Equivalent level 2 qualifications can be accepted - please see UCAS for list of acceptable Maths and English equivalents considered in lieu of GCSE
  • Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment

IELTS: 

  • 6.0 overall with 5.5 minimum in all bands

Career Prospects

The University aims to prepare students for their future careers and give them a competitive edge in the graduate job market. The Graduate+ programme, an extracurricular awards framework, enhances subject-based skills with transferable skills, enhancing employability options. To further enhance career prospects, students are encouraged to include an industrial placement after the second year of study, which extends the course duration to four years. This placement offers workplace experience, practical expertise development, financial gain, and the opportunity to try out potential career paths. The placements team supports students throughout the process.

Course Details

Our Digital Media Computing course is an intellectually challenging and highly rewarding programme that covers everything from coding to animation. It will prepare you to meet the professional and technical demands of industry.

In the first year you will learn underlying principles of computer science, as well as visual design and human computer interaction, bringing these together through a collaborative innovation project and taking part in our annual Innovation Fest. This is where students get together to solve society’s problems with creative technology. Previous projects have included medical assistance drones, accessible gaming controllers, and smart housing solutions. 

During the second and third year of study you will explore more in-depth the areas of web application development, digital media processing, media production and 3D modelling and animation. You will have opportunities to work on real world projects through a major group project in year two, as well as undertaking an individual project in the final year.

Year One

CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):
2D Game Programming 20 credits
Computer Systems 20 credits
Website Design and Development 20 credits
Data Structures and Algorithms 20 credits
Network Fundamentals 20 credits
Innovation Project 20 credits

Year Two

CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):
Database and Web Application Development 20 credits
Digital Media Processing 20 credits
Video Production Technology 20 credits
3D Modelling and Animation 20 credits
Collaborative Practice 20 credits
Research and Testing Methods 20 credits

Final Year

CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):
Individual Honours Project 40 credits
Creative Visualisation 20 credits
Cloud Based Web Services 20 credits
Virtual Production 20 credits
Professional Futures 20 credits

*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.

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