BSc (Hons) in Web Media Technology

The Level 1 modules for this award provide an appropriate structure for a technical professional in the f field of Web Media Technology, whether in the technical aspects of creation of web media elements or in the design and development of interactive web applications. In common with the Multimedia Technology award, Level 1 provides the platform with modules in areas of audio visual technology, interactive scripting, digital image production as well as interactive media along with a thorough grounding in principles of interactive computing & multimedia. This award also includes a module in Mathematics to provide the requisite prior knowledge for other levels. General understanding of the work environment and aspects of personal and organisational development are provided by relevant modules. In all modules that allow it, important and relevant skills for independent learning are introduced.

Further in-depth skills required for this award are developed at Level 2 with modules such as Developing Interactive Multimedia, Digital Sound & Image Manipulation, Web Multimedia & Authoring and Database & Web Database Systems to provide the relevant skills in back-end systems to support Web applications. A common theme that underlies all awards is the development of innovative thinking with the Creativity & Innovation module. Independent learning continues in all modules but is a particular focus and requirement in Research Methods.

Specialised knowledge and skills in the area of Web Technology such as Advanced Web Multimedia, XML & Web Services are a critical focus of this level. There is further development of the ability to apply relevant technical skills with strong critical thinking and analysis. Your personal and professional development is enhanced by the module in Project Management. You will enhance your technical capabilities and understand how to innovate, generate and manage the creation of new ideas.

The Web Media Project also develops the academic and practical aspects of your chosen areas of study and reinforces your independent learning skills. This is where you will demonstrate higher level critical thinking, analysis and solutions development skills which will enhance your employability.