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Join us at West Thames College as we introduce the Department of Art & Design Level 1 Creative Digital/Interactive Media course for the 2017/2018 academic year. Meet the team, understand expectations, and delve into the areas of study like photography, graphics, and digital media. Learn about assessment procedures, deadlines, and grading to kickstart your journey in this exciting field.
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Welcome! West Thames College Department of Art & Design Level 1 Creative Digital / Interactive Media 2017 / 2018
Induction 2017 • Welcome • Introductions • Course Overview and Areas of Study • Expectations • Timetable • Activity • English/Maths Assessments
California, USA • Studied Photography & Journalism at University of California, Santa Cruz • Bachelor of Arts in Photojournalism 2004 • Masters Degree in Visual Communication, Photography from Birmingham Institute of Art & Design 2007 • 15 Years Photography Experience • Worked as Photo Editor and Press Photographer at City on a Hill Press, New York Times, Commercial Photographic Studios, University & College teaching, and freelance. • Have exhibited work across America, UK, Europe, and China. • Specialisms include: Reportage, Documentary, Narrative, and Fine Art. Interested in history, human interest, storytelling and the truth. Meet the Team Catharine Frediani Curriculum Leader for Art and Design
Paul Whyte Lecturer in 3D - Design David Oldfield Lecturer in Graphic Design
Ron Read Technician ilearnAssistant Master of Everything
Minimum Expectations - Contract Attendance, Punctuality, Behaviour, Targets & Deadlines
MOODLE: LEARNING & ASSESSMENT PLANS Information on your course and college procedures can be found on your course moodle page
What will you study on Interactive Media? Drawing 2D Design Graphics Photography Digital Media
Functional Skills Maths and/or English Team Building Tutorial with Linda Kubie
UAL – DEADLINES & ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES • Project Brief given at start of each Unit • Deadlines, timetable, submission details, & expectations clearly explained in brief • Course Calendar clearly shows project schedule and teaching weeks
How is your work graded? Units 1 – 7 Course Work Units Marked as Pass or Fail Only Unit 8 Exam Final Major Project Marked as Pass, Merit, Distinction or Fail
Welcome! West Thames College Department of Art & Design Level 1 Creative Digital / Interactive Media 2017 / 2018