Overview

The topic introduces fundamental principles of multimedia design for websites and other digital media. Students will learn to analyse, critique, and produce basic multimedia. A variety of production software will be introduced in lessons and practicals, with an emphasis on gaining skills which form the foundation for digital media production.

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Aims

This topic aims to give students the opportunity to:

  • Understand social, design and technical contexts for digital media production
  • Acquire a working vocabulary relevant to understanding and expressing ideas about digital media
  • Combine media theory with production practice in the recognition that they are two parts of the one whole
  • Familiarise themselves with fundamental design principles

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Convey ideas in a variety of digital media formats combining text and original imagery
2.
Demonstrate a working vocabulary of concepts relevant to digital media design and practices
3.
Manipulate photographic works

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