BSc in Digital Media Technology
Kingston University
Key Information
Campus location
Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 - 4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 9,250 / per year *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* UK students: £9,250 per year | international: £15,800 for the first year
Introduction
Why choose this course?
Digital media defines our times and helps shape our lives. This course will help prepare you for a career in this exciting, ever-changing sector.
You'll gain an understanding of the fundamentals of media, 2D and 3D computer graphics, programming, motion graphics, UX design and visual effects.
You'll create sophisticated media-based products, such as animations, moving graphics, compositing, 3D modelling, texturing, lighting, interactive web content and filming. Through option modules, you'll be able to pursue your chosen specialism.
Reasons to choose Kingston University
- We have extensive media and games labs and studios where you can work on MFX, VFX as well as VR and AR projects in the Centre for Augmented and Virtual Environments (CAVE).
- You'll build a strong portfolio to showcase your work to employers in the industry.
- There are opportunities for industry visits in central London, home to many digital media and top creative companies.
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Curriculum
What you will study
Year 1
Core modules
- Introduction to Digital Media
- Computer Generated Imagery
- Professional Environments 1
- Programming I: Thinking Like a Programmer
Year 2
Core modules
- Digital Motion Graphics and Compositing
- Multimedia Authoring and Design
- Professional Environments 2
Optional modules
- Modelling and Animation
- User Centred Design
Optional sandwich year
Core modules
- Industrial Placement
Year 3
Core modules
- Visual Effects
- Individual Project
Optional modules
- Game and Media Creation Processes
- User Experience Design Thinking
- Digital Entrepreneurship
Please note
Optional modules only run if there is enough demand. If we have an insufficient number of students interested in an optional module, that module will not be offered for this course.
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Career Opportunities
After you graduate
Your knowledge and skills will be in demand in the media and games industries and relevant to a wide range of computing careers. Students have worked for organisations such as the BBC, Framestore and Double Negative.
Examples of recent graduates' destinations:
- Multimedia designer e.g. Game of Thrones
- VFX artist: Compositor or 3D artist e.g. Avatar
- TV: Digital editor or motion graphics artist e.g. BBC