Programme Specification
This Programme Specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.- Awarding Institution / Body
- Teaching Institution and Location of Delivery
- University Department/Centre
- External Accreditation
- Title of Final Award
- Modes of Attendance offered
- UCAS Code
- Relevant Subject Benchmarking Group(s)
Art & Design (2008)
Communication, media, film & cultural studies (2008)
- Other external influences
National Occupational Standards for Interactive Media and Computer Games
- Date of production/revision of this form
- Aims of the Programme
The generic aims of the Media Programmes are for students to
- practice high technical standards in media production through a deep understanding of the technology
- gain a systematic understanding of key aspects of the field including detailed knowledge of some areas and an appreciation of the limitations of that knowledge
- make confident use of industry-relevant technology and techniques and to be able to exploit advances in new technology in the future
- develop an analytical approach to situations and problems found in the industry
- design and produce technical solutions to relevant problems
- gain confidence in their abilities that enhance employment opportunities both now and in the future
- maintain growth in skills and understanding that enables continuing personal development
- develop communication skills, team work ability and favourable attitudes towards responsibility and flexibility
Specifically on the Web Design and Development degree we give students
- a broad and deep understanding of technology, design and production of web sites and applications
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- Learning Outcomes, Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
A.Knowledge and Understanding
A1.of programming principles applied to web design and development
A2.of computer systems and networks, particularly the internet
A3.of the roles of individuals in a production environment
A4.of production methods in a team environment
Teaching and Learning Methods
Teaching and learning methods include traditional lectures, seminars, directed study, demonstrations, guided practical sessions, workshops and project work.
Assessment methods
Written assessment methods include Unseen / Open book examinations, Log books and Formal Reports.
Oral assessment methods include Presentations.
Practical skills are assessed using assignment work, interviews and demonstrations.
B.Subject-specific skills
B1.the ability to design/author web products
B2.the ability to program for applications
B3.the ability to produce media products from ideas generation to delivery
Teaching and Learning Methods
Teaching and learning methods include traditional lectures, seminars, directed study, demonstrations, guided practical sessions, workshops and project work.
Assessment methods
Written assessment methods include Logbooks and Formal Reports
Practical skills are assessed using assignment work, interviews and demonstrations.
Production skills are assessed on the quality of the finished product as well as the planning and other aspects.
C.Thinking Skills
C1.analysis of requirements for particular situations
C2.evaluation and selection of appropriate resources and techniques for specific tasks given a range of disparate constraints
C3.evaluate alternative solutions to problems
C4.application of techniques to synthesising solutions to novel problems
Teaching and Learning Methods
Teaching and learning methods include traditional lectures, seminars, directed study, demonstrations, guided practical sessions, workshops and project work.
Assessment methods
Written assessment methods include Unseen / Open-book examinations, Logbooks, Formal reports and Independent project.
Oral assessment methods include Presentations, Interviews and Vivas.
Practical skills are assessed using assignment work, interviews and demonstrations.
D.Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
D1.communicate technical and artistic ideas accurately, persuasively and succinctly in writing, orally and in a variety of mediums
D2.work independently on significant-sized projects relevant to the field
D3.perform effectively in a team, recognising their own particular talents and applying them
D4.locate and use critically information from a number of sources, including the use of IT based information sources
Teaching and Learning Methods
Teaching and learning methods include traditional lectures, seminars, directed study, demonstrations, guided practical sessions, workshops and project work.
Assessment methods
Written assessment methods include Independent dissertation, Log books and Formal Reports
Oral assessment methods include Presentations, Interviews and Vivas
Teamwork skills are assessed using assignment work contributions, peer assessment and staff observation.
13.Programme Structures* / 14.Awards and Credits*
Level / Module Code / Module Title / Credit rating
Level 6 / TE3041
TE3002
TE3008
TE3069
TE3270
TE3060
TE3075
TE3980
TE3989 / Compulsory:
User, Experience, Design (UXD)
Others from
Applied Graphics
Applied Application Development
Enterprise Development and Production
Studio Engineering
Motion Graphics
Advanced Post Production
Final Year Project (D&R)
Final Year Project (D) / 20
20
20
40
20
20
20
20
40 / Bachelor Honours Degree
Requires 360 credits including a minimum of 220 at Level 5 or above and 100 at Level 6
Bachelor Degree
Requires 320 credits including a minimum of 180 at Level 5 or above and 40 at Level 6
Level 5 / TE2014
TE2041
TE2042
TE2012
TE2013TE2006
TE2060
TE2071
TE2075
TE2888 / Compulsory:
Professional Practice
Web Application Design
Interactive Authoring
Any of the following (given pre-requisite requirements)
Student Initiated Module
Student Initiated Module
Creative Programming
Graphic Communication
Audio 2
Post Production Techniques
Data Driven Applications
Elective module / 20
20
20
10
10
20
20
20
20
20
20 / HE Diploma
Requires 240 credits including a minimum of 100 at Level 5 or above
Level 4 / TE1041
TE1070
TE1888
TE1002
TE1003
TE1071
TE1072 / Compulsory:
Web Design
Contextual Studies
Web Development
Any of the following
Interactive Media Production
ComputerGraphics
Audio 1
Video Production
Elective module / 20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20 / HE Certificate
Requires 120 credits including 100 at Level 4 or above
15.Personal Development Planning
Within the Media Programmes there are many opportunities for students to engage in the PDP process. Not least is in the Professional Practice module, TE2014. Within this they will look at their target industry and see how they will fit in, reflecting on what they need to do to make their skill set fit the roles they see themselves in.
The process of deciding on what modules to study from the options available is a fundamental PDP opportunity. This is supported by Personal Tutors and the whole course team.
16.Admissions criteria
Programme Specifications include minimum entry requirements, including academic qualifications, together with appropriate experience and skills required for entry to study. These criteria may be expressed as a range rather than a specific grade. Amendments to entry requirements may have been made after these documents were published and you should consult the University’s website for the most up to date information.
Students will be informed of their personal minimum entry criteria in their offer letter.
The University’s minimum standard entry requirements must be met by A2 level qualifications or equivalent. Although we recognise the breadth of study AS levels present, we would not accept these as forming part of your entry offer. Applications should be supported by a satisfactory GCSE performance, normally consisting of five GCSEs at Grade C or above including Maths and English.
Specific entry requirements for this course are:
- 300 points at A2, DDM at BTEC, GCSE Maths and English grade C
- International Students are required to have passed the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) with a minimum of 6.5
Scottish Certificate of Education Higher Grade
Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Grade
International Baccalaureate
BTEC National Certificate/Diploma
Access to HE Diploma
People with non-standard entry qualifications or experience should contact the admissions tutor.
17.Key sources of information about the programme
- Course website
- Student Handbook, available on request
- From the course team; email Gavin Allanwood, at or telephone 01772 893058 and ask to speak to a member of the course team.
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18.Curriculum Skills Map (Please tick in the relevant boxes where individual Programme Learning Outcomes are being assessed)Level / Module Code / Module Title / Core (C), Compulsory (COMP) or Option (O) / Programme Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding / Subject-specific Skills / Thinking Skills / Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
A1 / A2 / A3 / A4 / B1 / B2 / B3 / C1 / C2 / C3 / C4 / D1 / D2 / D3 / D4
LEVEL 6 / TE3989 / Final Year Project
(Design & Realise) / O / / / / / / / / /
TE3980 / Final Year Project
(Design) / O / / / / / / /
TE3270 / Studio Engineering / O / / / / / / / /
TE3075 / Advanced Post-Production / O / / / / / /
TE3069 / EDP / O / / / / / / / / / /
TE3060 / Motion Graphics / O / / / / / / /
TE3041 / User, Experience, Design / COMP / / / / / / / / / / / /
TE3008 / Applied Application Development / O / / / / / / / / / / / /
TE3002 / Applied Graphics / O / / / / / / / /
LEVEL 5 / TE2888 / Data-Driven Applications / O / / / / / / / / / / / /
TE2075 / Post-Production Techniques / O / / / / /
TE2071 / Audio 2 / O / / / / / /
TE2060 / Graphic Communication / O / / / / / /
TE2042 / Interactive Authoring / COMP / / / / / / / / / / /
TE2041 / Web Application Design / COMP / / / / / / / / / /
TE2014 / Professional Practice / COMP / / / / /
TE2012/TE2013 / Student Initiated Module / O / / / /
TE2006 / Creative Programming / O / / / / / / / / /
LEVEL 4 / TE1888 / Web Development / COMP / / / / / / /
TE1072 / Video Production / O / /
TE1071 / Audio 1 / O / /
TE1070 / Contextual Studies / COMP /
TE1041 / Web Design / COMP / / / / / /
TE1003 / Computer Graphics / O / / / /
TE1002 / Interactive Media Production / O / / / / / /
Note:Mapping to other external frameworks, e.g. professional/statutory bodies, will be included within Student Course Handbooks