BA Hons Digital Media (including foundation year)

London Metropolitan University provides BA (Hons) Digital Media (with Foundation Year) to give students a solid grounding in creative and technical practice in digital media. The course provides equal levels of practical skills and theoretical knowledge to ready the students for numerous career options within the digital media, creative, and tech industries. Having a foundation year ensures that students with varied past academic qualifications can acquire required knowledge and confidence before enrolling in the main degree.

Year 0 – Foundation Year:
The foundation year is devoted to establishing groundwork in digital literacy, creative thinking, and fundamental design skills. The students learn about elementary media making, visual communication, and digital applications so that they are well prepared to handle the scholarly requirements of the next degree years.

Year 1
The first year of the BA (Hons) is concentrated on developing core knowledge in digital media. Modules include study of graphic design, digital imaging, web design, and media theory, providing students with a robust technical and conceptual foundation. Students also start developing their own personal creative style through practical coursework.

Year 2
During the second year, technical skills and creativity are advanced further, along with higher specialist modules in areas such as animation, interactive media, video production, and digital storytelling. Teamwork, problem-solving, and application of digital media theory are encouraged by team projects.

Year 3
The final year is devoted to professional preparation and expert practice of digital media. Students carry out capstone projects, which combine skills and learning acquired throughout the course. Industry experience and portfolio building are also enabled by the program, preparing students for careers or further study in digital media, creative industries, and emerging technologies.

Curriculum Structure:
The course combines practical workshops, lectures, and project work. Key themes are:

• Digital Media Fundamentals: Graphics, web development, audio-visual production.

• Creative Practice: Animation, interactive media, and digital storytelling.

• Theoretical Studies: Media theory, cultural studies, and design principles.

• Capstone Project: A substantial independent project demonstrating mastery of both technical and creative skills.

Accreditation:
The program is accredited by applicable professional bodies in the creative and digital media industries to ensure that the curriculum meets industry standards and enhances graduate employability.

Campus Location:
London Metropolitan University is situated in the heart of London, exposing students to state-of-the-art digital media labs, creative studio facilities, and networks with industry professionals. Being situated at the heart of London provides immense exposure to the media, creative, and technology industries in one of the world's most exciting cities.