CREATIVE IMAGING (TOP UP) BA (HONS) Degree

Level 6
Higher Education
Banbridge Campus
The Open University

Overview

The BA (Hons) in Creative Imaging(Top up) supports diverse studies in graphic design, moving image, printmaking, photography and aspects of fine and applied art. The degree offers a programme of study which responds flexibly to the requirements of the creative industries by evaluating, reviewing and updating course content and its relationship with the marketplace. Learners will be required to research in detail aspects of advertising, digital imaging, contemporary practice and real life design problems.

The degree is vocationally orientated, consolidating existing knowledge and preparing students for a variety of creative imaging associated practices. The course aims to ensure that the student achieves the academic and practitioner standards as laid out in the QAA Benchmark Statements relevant to art and design.

The course team have a vast amount of experience not only in the delivery of the course but in their professional field. Lecturers are current practitioners in fine art, photography, graphic design, dissertation writing and business.

The degree is offered on a part-time basis, delivered on a Monday. It contains 8 hours in-College learning, delivered on one day each week, and approximately 240 hours of student contact per year. Students will also be required to complete up to 5 hours of home study each week.

This qualification will enable individuals to pursue a range of creative and technical roles. Some roles of interest may include graphic designer, motion graphics designer, freelance illustration or digital Illustrator.

Further information on Open University regulations can be found at this link or below.

Programme Specification

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SRC Level 6 Descriptors

Southern Regional College is approved by The Open University as an appropriate organisation to offer higher education programmes leading to Open University validated awards.

The over-riding consideration in admitting applicants to this course, is evidence that the learner is likely to be able to complete the course satisfactorily.

Attendance at Individual or Group Pre-Entry Advice Sessions (IPEAS and GPEAS) may be required. These interviews may take place either on campus, via telephone or video call (Microsoft teams) and will play an important role in place allocation.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July 2025.

Applicants should have obtained a minimum of 96 UCAS points
Achieve a HND pass at Merit level in a creative area subject which may include Graphic Design, Fine Art, Illustration Photography or Media
Applicants should have attained at least 15 points at Level 2 or above (e.g. GCSE) or have alternative approved qualifications. This must include GCSE English Language Grade C or Essential Skills Communication Level 2 and GCSE Mathematics Grade C or Essential Skills Numeracy Level 2. In addition, applicants must provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English Language
A portfolio of work should normally be presented at interview
A preparatory studies assignment is an essential entrance requirement. The assignment is presented after interview and is completed over the summer, presented in late August and must obtain a PASS

The College’s Admissions policy reflects the expectations of the UK Quality Code Admissions, Recruitment and Widening Access (Nov 2018).

Please note that applicants progressing to higher education courses at Level 4 and above in the College or UK Universities may require a specific GCSE/ A-Level profile. In some cases, the Essential Skills in Literacy and Numeracy may not be a suitable alternative to a GCSE. It is the responsibility of the applicant to check each University’s progression requirements before enrolling on a course at the College.

Modules of study include:

Advertising
Fine Art
Final Major Project in three separate modules (Writing Assignment, Experimentation and Presentation)
Business Planning

Assessment is on a modular basis and is both internally and externally verified.

Where the exam/awarding body fee is listed as TBC in the full fee breakdown, the information has not yet been released by our partner awarding bodies for 26/27. This fee will be updated as soon as it becomes available.

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