Digital Media Design (Hons) The University of Winchester

Overview

The Digital Media Design (Hons) at The University of Winchester provides a comprehensive foundation in practical design skills, bridging the gap between academic study and the professional creative industries. Students engage with real-world projects from the outset, developing technical expertise alongside imaginative problem-solving abilities. The curriculum is designed to mirror contemporary industry practices, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the workplace.

Why Digital Media Design (Hons) at The University of Winchester?

• Access the dedicated Digital Design Studio, featuring a fully equipped lab, 3D prototyping facilities, and virtual reality headsets.
• Collaborate on live client briefs and simulations that recreate professional workplace conditions across diverse sectors.
• Gain industry-standard software certifications from major companies such as Adobe, Apple, and Autodesk to bolster your CV.
• Exhibit your final-year work at the 'TransMedia' degree show, providing direct exposure to invited companies and industry professionals.
• Benefit from a Personal Development Plan embedded into each year of study to enhance leadership, teamwork, and career readiness.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16700 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is delivered through studio-based teaching and practical project work. Modules may include:

Year 1

• Principles of Design
• Digital Design Mini Projects
• Individual Design Practice
• Discovering Your Subject

Year 2

• Mastering Design Skills for Creative Excellence
• Strategic Self-Promotion
• Integrating Expertise for User-Focused Solutions
• Designing for Sustainable Cities and Communities
• Research and Consultancy Skills

Year 3

• Mastering Professional Design Software
• Designing for Impact
• Crafting a Dynamic Portfolio for Success
• Exploring Your Industry
• Capstone Project

Careers with Digital Media Design (Hons)

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles within the creative and digital sectors. Potential career paths include graphic design, 3D visualisation, game design, and motion graphics. Many alumni also find success in web and app design, user experience (UX) design, advertising, and social media management. The programme also provides the entrepreneurial foundation necessary for students to launch their own design companies or work as creative technologists. Graduates from The University of Winchester are also pre-approved for postgraduate study at the institution, subject to meeting specific entry requirements.