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Study Details: One year full-time
The future of the design industry lies in advancing technology and emerging digital techniques. Whether your creative specialism lies in media, products, interiors, exhibitions, fashion or branding and marketing, on this course you will explore and embrace digital and design related technologies in your field.
You can specialise in technologies such as user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design, mobile app design, e-learning, virtual and augmented reality, 2D and 3D animation, 3D digital printing, digital display and projection design, visual and special effects for TV and film, interactive kiosk and installation design, wearable devices and smart clothing. The course is designed for students with a good working knowledge of multimedia software tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D software such as Autodesk MAYA or 3DMax, providing an opportunity to develop these technical skills to an advanced level.
You will examine the practical skills and the academic theories surrounding digital design methods. We will take you all the way from concept development and prototyping to production techniques and testing. In-depth insight into each stage of the creative production process will be supported by training in project management. This broad base of specialised skills will equip you for wide-ranging creative careers as digital designers, web and app developers, and multimedia production directors, while the understanding you will build of business planning and web presence management will teach you the key skills needed to launch a freelance career.
You should have the equivalent or above of a 2:2 UK bachelor’s honours degree in one of the following subjects: Digital Design, Multimedia Design, Animation, Visual Communications, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Product Design, Fashion Design, Computer Arts, Computer Technology, Digital Marketing or a related subject.
If you have other professional qualifications and industry experience we will consider your application on an individual basis.
Many of our graduates have landed roles as digital designers, senior web designers, app designers, and multimedia production directors and have gone on to work for companies including Accenture and Felinesoft. Other graduates use the skills they developed on this course to launch their own freelance businesses or have won enterprise awards enabling them to set up their new business in the university’s Innovation Centre.
We also place a strong focus throughout the course on research skills, providing an excellent stepping stone to study at PhD level.
Graduate Eirini Varouna said: “I chose DMU not only for the modules provided but also for the university’s reputation. DMU provided a unique educational experience, with excellent support from our tutor who engaged us with interactive classes and connection to the industry’s professionals. The projects carried out during my studies enhanced my portfolio and helped me secure a position in one of the biggest retail design companies.”
Core Modules:
Digital Design Studio
Research and Design Methodology
Major Project or Work-based Project
Optional Modules:
UX and Ul
Technology for Design
Narrative Spaces
Design Problem Solving
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