Fulston Manor GCSE Options Brochure

Creative iMedia Examination Board: OCR | Award Code: J834

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Why take this course? The UK is a world leader in the creative digital industries, such as in the creation of visual effects for films and computer games. However, there is growing recognition that we need to build on and improve the UK’s capability and capacity for technical innovation and creativity in this area. The Cambridge Nationals in Creative iMedia will equip learners with a range of creative media skills and the ability to create fit-for-purpose creative media products. Aims of this course Understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of digital media including factors that influence product design, and the use of media codes and conventions. Pre-production planning techniques, legal issues and creation/publishing/distribution considerations Develop learning and practical skills that can be applied to real-life contexts Think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically Develop independence and confidence in using skills that would be relevant to the media industry and more widely Design, plan, create and review digital media products which are fit for purpose, meeting both client and target audience requirements. Course structure and content The course offers a blend of theoretical study and experience in the creative and technology environment. The course consists of two compulsory units looking at the media industry, visual identity and digital graphics and an optional unit. Optional units are designed to provide a focus on the qualification and give more specialist opportunities in the sector.

The course is equivalent to one GCSE and is structured as follows:

Unit 1 | Creative iMedia in the media industry | Written examination | 48 guided learning hours Unit 2 | Visual identity and digital graphics | Centre assessed task | 30 guided learning hours Unit 3 | Interactive digital media | Centre assessed task | 42 guided learning hours (*please note that this is an optional unit and is subject to change)

Assessment

Students will take an external examination which is set and marked by OCR and two summative projects, including visual identity and digital graphics and one optional unit. Each unit within the qualification has specified assessment and grading criteria, which are to be used for grading purposes. A summative (final) unit grade can be awarded at Level 2 Distinction*, Distinction, Merit or Pass or Level 1 Distinction, Merit, Pass, Unclassified. Entry requirements Bags of self-motivation and an ability to work independently. You must also be competent in English and ICT. It goes without saying that you must have a genuine interest in all things media related and a desire to work creatively.