Diploma in Interactive and Digital Media

Course details

With the Diploma in Interactive and Digital Media (DIDM), you can let your creativity and IT talent shine as you take the first steps down this career path. In this programme, you will develop a combination of traditional IT and digital media skills as you learn how to combine content programming and artistic flair. You will also build expertise in interactive web design and development, computer animation, and game development.

Expect plenty of hands-on experience with 2D/3D animation software, and many other tools of the trade. In addition, industry attachments with prominent digital media companies will allow you to gain valuable real-world experience.

Course Outcomes

• Become knowledgeable and skilled in infocomm technologies and processes
• Learn innovative strategies for digital media production, processing, and distribution
• Develop a digital portfolio showcasing your capabilities in developing digital media content and applications
• Undergo a 16-week industry attachment programme with an organisation such as Digital Kitchen Studios, Sparky Animation, Inception Entertainment, or Screenbox

Career Opportunities

DIDM graduates have versatile skill sets, opening the door to a wide range of careers in the ever growing interactive and digital medi industry. You can look forward to opportunities in roles such as:

• Audio-Visual Editor
• Computer Animator
• Digital Media Designer
• Game and Web Application Developer
• Technology Specialist

Course Structure

General Modules (24 MC)  

6 compulsory modules: 

• Mathematics 
• Organisational Behaviour 
• Introduction to Programming 
• New Media Communications 
• Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving 
• Effective Communication  

Discipline Modules (12 MC)  

3 compulsory modules: 

• Web Application Development 
• Multimedia Programming 
• Database Systems  

Specialisation Modules (44 MC)  

11 compulsory modules: 

• Computer Animation 
• Digital Media Technologies 
• Computer System Technologies 
• Interactive Web Design and Development 
• Digital Audio and Video 
• 3D Graphics and Animation 
• 2D Game Design and Development 
• Digital Compositing and Visual Effects 
• Digital Illustration and Imaging 
• Digital Design and Pre-Print Workflow 
• Animation and Visual Effects Automation    

Industry Orientation Programme (32 MC)  

4 compulsory modules: 

• Project 
• Character and Citizenship Education 
• Portfolio Development 
• Industry Immersion Programme (20 MC)

Elective Module (4 MC)  

Select 1 module from the following list: 

• Entrepreneurship 
• Marketing 
• Systems Analysis and Design 
• IT Security And Management 
• IT Project Management 
• 3D Game Design and Development  

Freely Chosen Module (4 MC)  

Obtain a total of 4 modular credits from the prescribed range of modules offered by RP's Schools and Centre.