Creative I-media

Overview

The UK is a world leader in the creative digital industries, such as in the creation of visual effects for films and computer games. This course is designed to engage and enthuse young people with an interest in creative computing, for example digital graphics and animations, interactive multimedia products and computer games.

Topics covered

In Year 9, student will have the opportunity to master and combine skills required in a range of multimedia software to create a variety of products that demonstrate their ability to plan, design, build and test a product. They will also begin to learn a selection of theory related to pre-production skills, which they can apply both to their written paper and to their coursework.

In Year 10 and 11, students will begin to build upon their Year 9 skills in order to design and create coursework materials that are fit for purpose and appropriate for a set target audience. Students will also have the opportunity to practise and prepare for their written exam.

Assessments

Creative iMedia in the media industry: Written Paper 1.30 hour, 40%

Visual identity and digital graphics: NEA Coursework Unit, 25%

1 x NEA coursework unit chosen from the following list, 35% each:

Visual Imaging (Video-editing)
Animation with audio
Characters and comics
Digital Games
Interactive digital media

This course is the equivalent of an ICT GCSE and uses Pass, Merit and Distinction grade descriptors.

FAQs

What is Creative iMedia?

Using IT to create solutions for business. As part of the course, you will create multimedia such as animations, videos, websites and digital images. Take this option if you are creative and want to learn how to use IT to generate content.

What is the exam board for this course?

How is the course assessed?

Creative iMedia is a Cambridge National Certificate which is the equivalent to a GCSE. It uses Pass, Merit, Distinction grade descriptors. Colleges will accept it as one of your entry grades.
The course currently involves 60% coursework with 1 x Written Exam worth 40%.

Is the course difficult?

The most challenging part of the course is keeping to strict coursework deadlines, so good time management skills are required. You will also need to demonstrate your creativity and written communication whilst learning to understand your audience and use a variety of software packages.

What careers can this course lead to?

Graphics Design
Advertising
Marketing
Business
Web/App Design
Fashion, Music, Film and more!

Are there entry requirements?

How can I find out more?

OCR Website (Specification J834)
Your computing teacher
Course Contact: lbadger@bohunt.hants.sch.uk

What topics have we learnt in Computing that link to Creative iMedia?

Y7 – Web Design: During this topic, you designed your own website, you had to consider the overall look i.e. colour schemes, typology (fonts) and layout.
Y7 – Sketch Up: During this topic, you designed your dream house, creating a 3D model. You decorated the home and built furniture to go inside.
Y8 – Photoshop: Using Photoshop, you used a range of different tools to manipulate images such as changing eye colour, liquifying faces, colour pops and creating an album cover for a client!
Y8 – Digital Creativity: During this topic you learnt how to record and edit effective video footage. You explored the use of different transitions, camera shots, movements and angles to create impactful footage.

Who decides which optional coursework unit is completed?

Visual identity and digital graphics is a mandatory unit, which involves the use of Adobe Photoshop. Your teacher will then decide which additional coursework unit is most suitable for the class, providing the best opportunity for each student to excel in their coursework. Units previously chosen have involved audio/video editing and animation.

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