New digital technologies bring about fundamental shifts in the way we produce, distribute and consume media. This degree combines practical digital media production skills with the critical study of new media forms. Essentially, you will develop creative and professional new media techniques associated with the contemporary, emerging and multi-platform digital media industry. Programme Objectives • To provide a challenging and stimulating study environment. • To provide a framework allowing students to follow a coherent but varied programme of study. • To develop skills of critical thinking. • To encourage the development of sophisticated skills of research. • To promote the student’s ability to make independent judgements of a wide range of texts, visual and written. • To equip students with other transferable skills for flexibility in the context of changing labour markets. • To foster knowledge and understanding of the media and related industries. • To challenge individuals in a supportive environment to realise their potential as reflective thinkers, researchers and practitioners. • To provide students with the skills and knowledge required to maximise career and postgraduate study opportunities.

Career Opportunities On graduating, you’ll possess sharp communication and research skills as well as subject-specific knowledge and the transferable skills employers want. This course will ensure you have the versatility and employability to take on a range of job opportunities which include : • production manager • sound and vision engineer • film/video producer • advertising journalist • assistant publicist • PR and communications officer