What is the course about?
This UAL accredited course is designed to introduce you to a wide range of creative media concepts, methods and skills. This will include learning about and creating media products including video, audio, web & interactive media. There will be a focus on the changing nature of the creative industry and how creative media augments multiple platforms and social media. You will research contextual creative media practice and learn how to communicate your ideas in support of media practice to an evolving audience. You will explore narrative and non-linear communication through video and audio, web design and interactive media, games, animation, plus special effects in motion graphics.Please note: This is a year-long course that runs on Tuesdays, 09.30-16.30, and Wednesdays, 09.30-12.30
All applicants must have:
- An interview and assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
- English and maths at Level 1 or GCSE Grade 3/D and above
- Good IT skills at level 1 or above.
- Evidence of a creative portfolio, preferably in the subject areausers.
In terms 1 and 2 the tutor will guide you through class exercises and projects. In term 2 and 3 you will develop an independent Final Major Project.
Please note this class runs on Tuesdays, 09.30-16.30, and Wednesdays, 09.30-12.30
There is no formal examination: you will be assessed on the Final Major Project and the course work you produce which will be externally moderated by UAL.
Other costs include printing, and an investment in your time to complete self-directed study outside of the tutor led activities, around 6-8 hours per week.
You will understand the broad range of possible career paths that are associated with Creative Media. You will have a good understanding of what the various software apps can be used for and you will develop skills in using the software. You will have created a portfolio of work which you will present on web based platforms.
You can progress on to the Level 3 UAL Diploma in Creative Practice Production, starting in Sepember:
- Learners must be working at Level 1 English and maths. BR>- Good IT skills at level 1 or above. BR>- Have good levels of punctuality and attendance BR>- Achieved a merit on level 2 diploma in the same subject BR>- Have produced a portfolio of work in the subject area.
