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Digital Media at Coventry University - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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Coventry University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

18Oct
Coventry University - Undergraduate Open Day
Undergraduate
29Nov
Coventry University - Undergraduate Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

Explore digital storytelling through video, sound and web, and learn how content is designed to move, connect and engage audiences in a digital landscape. Explore the creative potential of digital media and learn how to design interactive content and compelling stories in a digital environment. This course supports the development of your creative skills for producing engaging digital experiences.

  • Experiment with diverse digital tools and formats, including 3D modelling, game design, immersive tech, audio and video production.
  • Use coding as a creative medium to develop unique digital narratives and interactive experiences.
  • Work with emerging technologies and contemporary digital media practices to prepare for a cutting-edge career.
Why you should study this course
  • Ranked 6th for Media and Film Studies, The Guardian University Guide 2025.
  • Get hands-on experience using modern digital media tools to create exciting and original content.
  • Learn how to run creative projects and work with others in fast-moving, collaborative environments.
  • Stay informed about media trends and learn how to respond to real-world challenges through creative practice.
  • Build a portfolio that reflects your personality and skills across different digital platforms.
  • Gain the skills and experience needed to pursue a creative career in digital media.

Modules

This course has a common first year. The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Year One Modules: Hack Lab and Creative Play Interactive Narratives and Immersive Experiences Concept Development, Prototyping and Design Skills Lab Year Two Modules: Digital Marketing and Content Creation Playing with Emerging Technologies Transmedia Storytelling and Immersive Design Career Launchpad Sandwich Year: There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement2 can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. Final Year Modules: Research and Development Immersive Game Design Interactive Data Play Choose Your Own Adventure: Independent Digital Media Project We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.

Assessment method

This course is assessed using methods that vary by module. These approaches are intended to prepare you for the complex and evolving contexts of professional practice. Assessment methods may include: Artefacts Practical coursework Digital coursework Individual work Group work Live/video/poster presentations Video/academic essays Projects Individual assignments. The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

How to apply

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.

Additional entry requirements

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Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Additional costs/fee information Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website . Studying this course with a sandwich year incurs an additional £1,500 fee (£1,800 for international students) to cover your academic support throughout your placement year. For full international fees and the most up to date information about tuition fees, please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Digital Media at Coventry University - UCAS