Interactive Media and Web Design

About this course

Learners explore interactive media products and processes, use computer systems and develop digital content in response to design briefs. Practical tasks, tutor-led teaching and project work are combined with independent study, research and preparation outside guided sessions. The course includes four mandatory units, with optional units covering areas such as job applications and professional self-presentation. Progress is demonstrated through a portfolio containing design sheets, annotated screenshots, reports and practical work, which is internally assessed and externally moderated.

What you'll learn

• Plan interactive media content in response to design briefs
• Create and assemble digital media products using appropriate software and hardware
• Present and evaluate interactive media work
• Apply health and safety considerations in media environments
• Research media products and refine digital content

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for learners developing foundational skills in interactive media and considering further study or entry-level routes in creative digital fields. No formal entry requirements are stated, although basic literacy and numeracy, an interest in digital media and the ability to complete the assessment requirements are relevant. Participation combines practical projects with independent study.

• Basic literacy and numeracy are expected
• Suitability is assessed according to age, ability and capacity to meet the assessment criteria
• Independent research, practice and assessment preparation are expected outside guided sessions
• It may support progression to further study in interactive media, art and design, graphic design or related subjects

Before you go

• Independent study includes developing ideas, researching media products, refining digital content and preparing for assessments.
• Centres provide the necessary resources for the course.
• Learners may benefit from bringing a notebook, USB drive or personal device for saving and presenting work.