Digital Media and Communications | BA (Hons)

Program Overview

The Digital Media and Communications BA (Hons) program at Teesside University equips students with creative, artistic, and digital skills through a blend of theory and practice. The program offers a range of modules, including Collaboration Project, Digital Media Cultures, and Industry Project, and emphasizes learning through doing with dedicated studio time. Graduates can pursue careers in motion picture production, advertising, web design, and other creative industries.

Program Outline

Outline:

Course structure:

The Digital Media and Communications BA (Hons) program comprises various modules throughout its three-year (four with optional placement) duration. These modules focus on developing students' creative, artistic, and digital skills through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application.

Specific modules include:

• Collaboration Project: Students collaborate on a small-scale creative project, fostering teamwork, communication, and project management skills.
• Digital Media Cultures: Explores the impact of digital media on human interaction and knowledge, examining the practices and beliefs surrounding various digital platforms.
• Introduction to the Creative Industries: Provides an understanding of the creative industries sector, its structure, and interdisciplinary relationships.
• Social Media Content Creator: Develops skills in creating engaging and visually appealing media content for diverse platforms, emphasizing effective audience engagement.
• Creative Research Project: Encourages critical thinking and analysis of contemporary issues and debates within the creative industries.
• Industry Project: Offers in-depth exploration of a creative industry-based project, simulating real-world scenarios and challenges.
• Society, Ethics, and Online Media: Navigates the rapidly evolving online media landscape through the lens of societal and ethical considerations.
• Working in the Creative Industries: Examines challenges in contemporary art, design, and media practices, exploring solutions through creative projects.
• Major Project: Involves an extended individual research or creative production project, allowing students to demonstrate their independent learning and professional development.
• Professional Practice: Prepares students for their first career step by developing a portfolio, exploring discipline-specific employment strategies, and engaging with industry professionals.

Assessment:

Assessments for the program are designed to gauge practical design and creative innovation skills. Students receive continuous feedback throughout the course to facilitate development and prepare for summative assessments. The specific assessment methods and criteria for each module may vary.

Teaching:

The program emphasizes learning through doing, offering dedicated studio time for practice-based creative work. Students are encouraged to develop their creative voice with guidance from industry professionals and peers. Additionally, the program provides access to specialist Disability Services, ensuring an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.

Careers:

Graduates of the program can explore various career opportunities across diverse industries, including:

• Motion picture and video production
• Advertising
• Web design
• Gaming
• Publishing
• Communications
Potential job roles include:
• Multimedia programmer
• Multimedia specialist
• Digital copywriter
• Editorial assistant
• Games developer
• Social media manager

Other:

• The program offers an optional work placement year, providing valuable industry experience.
• Students benefit from international partnership opportunities in Prague, Dubai, and India, fostering global perspectives and understanding of diverse cultural contexts.
• Participation in MIMA Creative Week offers students opportunities to experiment with new materials, gain practical skills, and explore creative thinking.
• Teesside University offers financial support resources and information regarding course-related costs.

Important Note:

• Please remember that fees and other admission information are not included in this detailed program overview.
• This program overview is based on the provided context as of October 26, 2023.
Please refer to the official Teesside University website for the most up-to-date information on the Digital Media and Communications BA (Hons) program.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

• Full-time
Entry to 2024/25 academic year Fee for UK applicants £9,250 a year
• Fee for international applicants
£17,000 a year
• Part-time
2024/25 entry Fee for UK applicants £4,500 (120 credits) or £750 per 20 credits