BA (HONS) DESIGN DIGITAL

Attendance:Full-time | Part-time
UCAS Code: W280
Application Code: BA/DD
Start Date: September
Length of Study: 3 Years
Main Location: Broadcasting Place, City Campus
UCAS Code: W280
Application Code: BA/DD
Start Date: September
Length of Study: 6 Years
Main Location: Broadcasting Place, City Campus
Your Course
Modules
Your Future
Entry Requirements
Fees & Funding
Your Course
About Your Course
This course offers you an opportunity to study with design-oriented creatives from a wide range of disciplines. It enables you to specialise in an area you are passionate about, be it product design, furniture, digital, textile or play. Taster sessions allow you to bounce your knowledge and ideas around with like-minded students, giving you the impetus to formulate your own creative design proposals based on your new insights and awareness of human needs, and then implement them in our vibrant studio atmosphere.
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Modules
Modules
Concepts in Design History
Contexts & Issues - Introducing the Specialisms
Principles of Design
Professional Studies
Please note this list is not exhaustive and modules may change from time to time.
Programme Specification
Your Future
Opportunities
Our design studios provide you with a flexible working space, with computers integrated into the working environment. A textile space is also nested next to a lecture area with digital projection equipment. Throughout your course lecturers from a range of design disciplines will visit to talk about their own practice and run workshops. In your final year you will display your project work at our Arts Festival, held in our award-winning Broadcasting Place - the showcase attracts interest from artists and industry professionals.
Future Career
Through studying on this established course you will benefit from access to our extensive range of design contacts. On completion you will be equipped to pursue roles in education, graphic design agencies, furniture and product design companies, as well as taking advantage of freelance opportunities. We encourage and foster reflection, flexibility and independence, skills which are highly valued by employers. Graduates have worked with Habitat, exhibited at the National Craft Centre and studied Sustainability & Alternative Technology at postgraduate level in Gambia.
Jobs & Careers
Jobs & Careers is a service offering our students impartial advice. We can help you make decisions on your career and recognise and develop your employability skills. We also offer an employment service with part-time student opportunities and graduate jobs. Find out more at www.leedsmet.ac.uk/careers
Entry Requirements
UK & EU Entry Requirements 2012
Attendance:Full-timePart-time
Full-time
UCAS Tariff Points: 160 points required. (Minimum from 6/12/18 unit awards).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Additional Requirements: GCSE's normally required are English Language (grade C or above) or equivalent. Admission to this course is based primarily on an interview and submission of a portfolio of creative work. Evidence of study of a creative subject is preferred. Foundation Course, VCE A Level, National Diploma in General Art and Design, or relevant Access Course are also acceptable.Those with no qualifications but relevant experience will also be considered.
International Baccalaureate: 24 Points
Further UK & EU Information
Advanced Diploma
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.

Getting Advice
If you have few or no formal qualifications, you may benefit from a free, confidential and impartial session with one of our Education Guidance team to discuss your options. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.

Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
Part-time
UCAS Tariff Points: 160 points required. (Minimum from 6/12/18 unit awards).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Additional Requirements: GCSE's normally required are English Language (grade C or above) or equivalent. Admission to this course is based primarily on an interview and submission of a portfolio of creative work. Evidence of study of a creative subject is preferred. Foundation Course, VCE A Level, National Diploma in General Art and Design, or relevant Access Course are also acceptable.Those with no qualifications but relevant experience will also be considered.
International Baccalaureate: 24 Points
Further UK & EU Information
Advanced Diploma
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.

Getting Advice
If you have few or no formal qualifications, you may benefit from a free, confidential and impartial session with one of our Education Guidance team to discuss your options. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.

Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
International Entry Requirements 2012
Attendance:Full-timePart-time
Full-time
English Language Requirement (IELTS):The English requirement for this course is IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 or equivalent.
UCAS Tariff Points: 160 points required. (Minimum from 6/12/18 unit awards).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Additional Requirements: GCSE's normally required are English Language (grade C or above) or equivalent. Admission to this course is based primarily on an interview and submission of a portfolio of creative work. Evidence of study of a creative subject is preferred. Foundation Course, VCE A Level, National Diploma in General Art and Design, or relevant Access Course are also acceptable.Those with no qualifications but relevant experience will also be considered.
International Baccalaureate: 24 Points
Further International Information
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 8.30 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 8.30 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsmet.ac.uk.

Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses click here

More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.
Part-time
English Language Requirement (IELTS):The English requirement for this course is IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 or equivalent.
UCAS Tariff Points: 160 points required. (Minimum from 6/12/18 unit awards).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Additional Requirements: GCSE's normally required are English Language (grade C or above) or equivalent. Admission to this course is based primarily on an interview and submission of a portfolio of creative work. Evidence of study of a creative subject is preferred. Foundation Course, VCE A Level, National Diploma in General Art and Design, or relevant Access Course are also acceptable.Those with no qualifications but relevant experience will also be considered.
International Baccalaureate: 24 Points
Further International Information
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 8.30 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 8.30 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsmet.ac.uk.

Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses click here

More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.
UK & EU Entry Requirements 2011
Attendance:Full-time
Full-time
UCAS Tariff Points: 160
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Min. from 6/12/18 unit awards (incl. SQA Adv. Higher): 160
Details: Admission to this course is based primarily on an interview and submission of a portfolio of creative work.
Further UK & EU Information
Advanced Diploma
We welcome applications from those studying the Advanced Diploma qualifications and will consider them as an entry requirement for our undergraduate courses. Requirements for individual courses may vary, and specific subjects and grades may be required. Please contact our Admissions Office for more information.

Getting Advice
If you have few or no formal qualifications, you may benefit from a free, confidential and impartial session with one of our Education Guidance team to discuss your options. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.

Mature Students
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. We usually require some evidence of recent academic study, for example completion of an access course, however relevant work and life experience may also be considered. To find out more, visit our Education Guidance pages.
International Entry Requirements 2011
Attendance:Full-time
Full-time
English Language Requirement (IELTS):The English requirement for this course is IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 or equivalent.
UCAS Tariff Points: 160 points required. (Minimum 160).
If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.
Further International Information
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 8.30 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 8.30 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsmet.ac.uk.

Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses click here

More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.
Interviews
Applicants to this course are expected to attend an interview as part of the selection process.
Fees & Funding
UK & EU Fees Entry 2012

Fee Information
Our University's Board of Governors has agreed to set fees at £8,500 for full-time undergraduates starting in 2012.

There are no upfront fees for students. You will only start repaying tuition fees after you have graduated and once you are earning £21,000 or more. We also know that the repayments will be fixed at 9% of salary above £21,000. Therefore for someone earning £30,000 after graduation the repayment would be £67.50 per month.

SALARY       MONTHLY PAYMENT
£25,000 £30.00
£30,000 £67.50
£35,000 £105.00
£40,000 £142.50
£45,000 £180.00
£50,000 £217.50
£55,000 £255.00
£60,000 £292.00


Please refer to Questions & Answers on our new fees for further information.

National Scholarship Programme
If your household income is less than £25,000 a year you may be able to find help through the new £150m National Scholarship Programme. This is a scheme that is being introduced to help people from low income families wanting to go to university in 2012. The government has set national eligibility criteria based on household income, and each university has designed its own scholarship scheme with extra criteria.

For more information click here.

UK & EU Fees Entry 2011
Attendance:Full-time
Full-time
Full-time, year one typically £3,375

Equivalent or Lower Qualification (ELQ) Students
Higher fees apply for ELQ students. You may be an ELQ student if you already have a BA/BSc and want to enrol on another Bachelors level course; if you already have an MA/MSc and want to enrol on a Bachelors level course OR if you already have an MA/MSc and want to enrol on another taught Masters level course.

If you think you may be categorised as studying for an ELQ, you are advised to contact our Admissions Office.

Leeds Metropolitan Bursary
Our Leeds Metropolitan Bursary is open to all full-time undergraduate students who pay annual tuition fees in full and receive the full Higher Education Maintenance Grant.

Bursaries currently stand at £500 for the first year of study, £800 for the second and £1,000 for the third and subsequent years of study. They are paid in full in February each year.

You can apply online for loans, grants and bursaries by visiting Student Finance Direct. If you meet the criteria your bursary will be paid automatically, however you must remember to consent to share your information with us when you make your application.

Changes to fees
The information provided is accurate at the time of publication. Please note that all fees listed are subject to change and are likely to increase in subsequent years.
Channel Islands and the Isle of Man
If you are an applicant from the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man fees may differ.
Part-time
Part-time, year one typically £28 per credit-point
The total cost of a Part-time course is determined by the number of modules you take in an academic year. Modules are made up of credit-points, and Part-time fees are typically quoted as fee-per-credit-point.

To calculate the typical cost of study: Fee-per-credit-point (e.g £28) x credit-points per module (e.g20) = module cost of £560. If you study 4 modules in a year the cost would be £2240 for that year.

Equivalent or Lower Qualification (ELQ) Students
Higher fees apply for ELQ students. You may be an ELQ student if you already have a BA/BSc and want to enrol on another Bachelors level course; if you already have an MA/MSc and want to enrol on a Bachelors level course OR if you already have an MA/MSc and want to enrol on another taught Masters level course.

If you think you may be categorised as studying for an ELQ, you are advised to contact our Admissions Office.

Leeds Metropolitan Bursary
Our Leeds Metropolitan Bursary is open to all full-time undergraduate students who pay annual tuition fees in full and receive the full Higher Education Maintenance Grant.

Bursaries currently stand at £500 for the first year of study, £800 for the second and £1,000 for the third and subsequent years of study. They are paid in full in February each year.

You can apply online for loans, grants and bursaries by visiting Student Finance Direct. If you meet the criteria your bursary will be paid automatically, however you must remember to consent to share your information with us when you make your application.

Changes to fees
The information provided is accurate at the time of publication. Please note that all fees listed are subject to change and are likely to increase in subsequent years.
Channel Islands and the Isle of Man
If you are an applicant from the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man fees may differ.
International Fees Entry 2011
Attendance:Full-time
Full-time
Full-time, year one typically £10,500

Equivalent or Lower Qualification (ELQ) Students
Higher fees apply for ELQ students. You may be an ELQ student if you already have a BA/BSc and want to enrol on another Bachelors level course; if you already have an MA/MSc and want to enrol on a Bachelors level course OR if you already have an MA/MSc and want to enrol on another taught Masters level course.

If you think you may be categorised as studying for an ELQ, you are advised to contact our Admissions Office.

Changes to fees
The information provided is accurate at the time of publication. Please note that all fees listed are subject to change and are likely to increase in subsequent years.
For more information on fees, finance and discounts please visit our Financing Your Studies webpage
 
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