Digital Media BA Honours

Overview
Our digital media course has been especially designed to meet the skills and demands of the fast-moving creative industries.

Why study for a digital media BA with us
Combining theoretical knowledge and practical skills, you gain skills in areas such as new media, video production, website design, culture and more. Taught in the University's cutting-edge digital media suites, practice-based work includes video production, web design and HTML programming, data visualisation and smart environments. Great emphasis is also given to the management and analysis of social media platforms, with APIs and other sources used to present and assess social data.

You'll be taught by experienced technical tutors who know the industry inside out. They will guide through a series of modules like the compulsory Digital Media Practice module, which focuses on production methods: video, sound recording and mixing, advanced post-production, and many more. At the end of the module you'll produce a creative and adaptive piece of work that puts theory to practice.

Studies in digital media can lead to a range of exciting careers. You’ll find that graduates with a digital media degree are highly sought after in the fields of social media, marketing, e-commerce and content production, to highlight just a few.

Practice your skills and get hands-on experience
You'll apply the skills and theory learned in our media suites, which are equipped to the latest industry standard. The Kit Hub houses a vast collection of art and media-based equipment that you can borrow to help with relevant modules. You’ll also gain certifications in Adobe, Apple, and Avid editing software alongside experience in API and analytics.

Your project outputs can include though are not limited to: live campaigns, viral videos, platforms, games, exhibitions, and more. We also give you the option of a work placement in London’s creative industries as part of the course, ensuring the skills you learn are put into practice.

Get the support you need
While you’re learning, you’ll be matched with a Personal Tutor directly related to your course. You’ll also get support from our Student Learning and Graduate Academic Assistants, who have experience in your subject area. You'll also be in touch with our technicians who work to support you in our specialised facilities on all your projects and coursework.

Whether your goal is to work in social media as an analyst or strategist, work in a creative agency as an account director, or work as a content curator, this is the course for you!