Multimedia

Course summary

The media is all around us and is one of the most powerful industries in the world. Although one of the most competitive industries, it is also one of the most diverse. This course seeks to broaden and deepen your understanding of the media and the role that it plays in society. You will develop knowledge and understanding of a range of digital media formats leading to opportunities to develop practical production skills. There will be many opportunities for group work where you will develop communication skills that are essential to succeed in the media industry. You will study and learn in a variety of techniques, including individual research tasks and analysis of existing media production; group discussions and productions; contact with media professionals; and evaluative thinking to name a few. You will be working with media software such as Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign & Final Cut Pro as well as learning how to use a range of production equipment. You may well make products for real audiences, including the possibility of exhibiting your work at the Art exhibition.