7Oct
UndergraduateCourse summary
A two-year Foundation Degree influenced by, and a product of, the emerging practices and technologies of the Digital Design & Arts Industries. In Partnership with Falmouth University, this multi-disciplined course fosters collaboration and experimentation, fusing traditional and digital media to shape new forms of communication. The course is designed to enable you to acquire new and emerging digital media skills. You will be based in a collaborative digital media studio; a place to share and formulate emerging ideas and application of traditional and future technologies. Highly motivated staff, with a passion to support innovative learning, will encourage risk taking and experimentation at all stages of the creative process, and support the application of skills to new and emerging markets and contexts. We regret that this course is not available to international applicants who would require a Student Visa
Modules
Our studio culture means that students are well supported both academically and pastorally. There is a clarity around expectations and assessments and our supportive staff nurture each individual student's talent. Year One: A year in which you build the foundations for an increasingly independent approach at Level 5, Year 2. Through practical and critical enquiry you will be supported by lecturers, visiting professional and peers to experiment and evolve your practice. You will be encouraged to explore and test a broad range of new media in our inclusive studio environment in which we grow skills and confidence together, embrace new challenges and deliver innovative solutions independently or in partnership with a client. Modules Foundations Place Collaboration Grow Year Two: You will explore more challenging projects which allow a more sustained and deep engagement with the process and context of the subject. An increasingly industry facing experience supported by the team of lecturers and visiting professionals begin to be introduced to more professional, societal and external contexts. You will develop high quality work for your portfolio, define the subject from your own perspective and prepare for the next steps following graduation into employment or to our top-up year to BA(Hons) Digital Media. Modules Formation Realisation Context Professional Practise
How to apply
25Jan
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
- Course code:
- T348
- Institution code:
- F33
- Campus name:
- Bodmin College
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We regret that this course is not available to international applicants who would require a Student Visa. If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate English language skills that are sufficiently developed for successful completion of your studies. We accept a range of recognised English language qualifications that are equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. Through the award of international scholarships, we aim to support academic enrichment by encouraging diversity and excellence at Falmouth. For details of our international scholarships, and how to apply for them, please visit our website at www.falmouth.ac.uk
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
If you are able to demonstrate relevant, current, equivalent experience instead of formal qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Please contact our Applicant Services team before applying, for advice regarding your individual experience and eligibility. If you are an international applicant and require a Student visa to study in the UK, you must have a recognised English language test approved and vouched for by the University at the appropriate level. Our Applicant Services team can help you with any general questions you may have about study visas or suitable language tests. For more specific advice, we recommend you also consult UKCISA http://www.ukcisa.org.uk/
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Portfolio
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | An (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall is required, with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening |
| Trinity ISE | A minimum of Trinity ISE II with Distinction in all four components is required. | |
| Cambridge English Advanced | Level B2 | A minimum on the Cambridge English scale of 169 is required |
| PTE Academic | 55 | A minimum score in the Pearson Academic Test of English of 55 overall is required, with a minimum of 51 in all four components. |
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate English language skills that are sufficiently developed for successful completion of your studies. We accept a range of recognised English language qualifications that are equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening
English language support at Falmouth
https://www.falmouth.ac.uk/international/english-language-support
Unistats information
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Bodmin College
Digital Media Centre
Unit 16
Woods Browning Industrial Estate
Bodmin
PL31 1DQ
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