Digital Arts Computing
Goldsmiths, University of London
UCAS Code: I150 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
You should ideally have Grade B/Grade 6 or above in GCSE Maths.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass with 45 Level 3 credits including 30 Distinctions and a number of merits/passes in subject specific modules. You should ideally have Grade B/Grade 6 or above in GCSE Maths.
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With three Higher Level subjects at 655. You should ideally have Grade B/Grade 6 or above in GCSE Maths (or equivalent).
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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Scottish Higher
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About this course
In Digital Arts Computing you will develop artistic work in conversation with critical studies. Through a series of projects for public exhibition you will explore the materialities of creative computing. This degree will prepare you to transform and lead the field of digital art.
**Why study BSc Digital Arts Computing at Goldsmiths?**
- This degree places you in the middle of a fast-evolving industry - digital arts computing is where some of the most exciting developments in technology and culture are currently found.
- You’ll learn the fundamentals of programming and the theory behind art and technology, but you’ll also have the chance to develop your creative practice. You’ll be making a variety of art works, building your portfolio and developing a series of projects that will be exhibited publicly.
- You’ll produce works across a diverse range of media – not just on a screen. Supported by studio technicians in state-of-the-art facilities, you will have access to motion capture, virtual reality, 360 immersive cinema and audio visual, 3D printers, laser cutters, robotics, wearable technologies, woodworking, digital sculpture and embroidery.
- We regularly invite world-class artists and curators to explain their work and engage in critical dialogue with our students. This allows you to develop a wider understanding of the contemporary art scene and how your work sits within the professional art world.
Please note the BSc Digital Arts Computing only accepts applications for first year entry.
Modules
The programme is made up of three components:
Computational arts practice. This will combine technical and creative skills and will be taught by practising computational artists in the Department of Computing.
Critical studies of contemporary art. This will be taught in the Department of Art.
Core technical computing, with a particular focus on audio-visual technology. This will be taught in the Department of Computing
Year 1 - compulsory modules
Introduction to Programming
Numerical Mathematics
Critical Studies in Computational Arts I
Graphics 1
Generative Drawing
Introduction to Digital Media
Digital Arts Project 1
Year 2 - compulsory modules
C++ for Creative Practice
Perception and Multimedia Computing
Critical Studies in Computational Arts II
Digital Arts Project 2
Year 2 - option modules
Physical Computing
Graphics 2
Extended C++
Year 3 - compulsory modules
Final Project in Computational Arts
Dissertation in Critical Studies in Computational Arts
and 30 credits of option modules from a list made available annually by the department
Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.
Assessment methods
You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, depending on your module choices. These include coursework, examinations, group work and projects.
The Uni
Goldsmiths, University of London
Computing
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