Course summary
This Postgraduate Certificate in Web Design and Development is ideal if you want to boost your entry into the rapidly changing field of digital media and web design. It will help equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to be successful in the field and stay ahead of the curve. Why choose this course?
- This one-of-a-kind course combines professional development and technical knowledge with a focus on practical skills to prepare you to succeed in the competitive field of digital media.
- It offers you the opportunity to build a portfolio of code and design projects, from their conception through to a working product.
- It is taught by experienced industry practitioners from academic and commercial backgrounds.
- industry-standard technical skills in coding, visual design and prototyping
- business acumen to understand the practical applications of digital media in the workplace
- an understanding of core design concepts like accessibility, usability and user experience.
- On successful completion of this course, you can choose to progress your studies further on our MA Digital Media Design.
- You will develop a thorough understanding of the practical and theoretical skills needed to plan and implement websites and can focus on a project which is either work-based or personal.
- The course is targeted at people working in the public and private sectors, training, education, human resources, publishing, marketing, start-up and those with a personal interest in digital.
- Birkbeck was ranked as one of the top four universities in the UK for its Art and Design research in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
- problem solving
- communication
- teamwork
- leadership
- business acumen.
- web developer
- project manager
- digital designer
- multimedia specialist
- digital content manager
- UX/UI designer
- UX copy-writer
Modules
For information about course structure and the modules you will be studying, please visit Birkbeck’s online prospectus.
Assessment method
Coursework, evaluations and project work.
How to apply
International applicants
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests. If you don't meet the minimum IELTS requirement, we offer pre-sessional English courses and foundation programmes to help you improve your English language skills and get your place at Birkbeck.
Entry requirements
Graduates of any degree with IT skills and at least one year's experience in media development, design, arts and content creation, or market/consumer research. Non-graduates with at least three years' experience and IT skills are also welcome to apply. You should submit a detailed application with evidence of your level, demonstrated by existing work you have completed on the web, if requested. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £3690 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £3690 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £3690 | Year 1 |
Wales | £3690 | Year 1 |
International | £6780 | Year 1 |
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
Provider information
Birkbeck, University of London
Malet Street
Bloomsbury
London
WC1E 7HX
Course contact details
Visit our course pageBirkbeck Student Advice Service
0203 907 0700