BSc Digital Media Computing
Course overview
The BSc Digital Media Computing at Birmingham City University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of image, video, and mixed reality processing, enabling them to develop the skills required to design and create tomorrow’s digital media products.
Students will have the opportunity to develop professional skills by engaging with the course content in a project-driven and practice-like manner, through the use of the latest hardware and software tools. The course also allows students to interact with potential employers through collaborating with industrial partners and participating in various events throughout the academic year.
Entry requirements
To apply for this course, you need to write a personal statement. In this statement, please explain your reasons for wanting to be at Birmingham City University. Also, include any important details about your previous education. You will also need to provide a reference letter from a teacher or an employer. If you have any relevant work experience, you can also include your CV with your application.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants are expected to have qualifications equivalent to 80-112 UCAS tariff points at A-levels within the grade range of BCC. Other qualifications, such as the BTEC Extended Diploma in two A-levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications, are accepted.
English Proficiency:
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If English is not the first language you speak, you need to get a score of 6.0 overall in the IELTS test. You must score at least 5.5 in each part of the test. The university also accepts similar scores from other English language tests like PTE or TOEFL.
Scholarships
Accelerate Scholarship
If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.
Up to £1,000International Undergraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.
Up to £5,000Sports Scholarship
Enhanced performance support funding.
The High Achievers' Scholarship
You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Digital Media Computing from Birmingham City University can pursue various career roles, including:
- Animator (2D and 3D)
- Character Designer
- Storyboard Artist
- Motion Graphics Designer
- Visual Effects Artist
- Games Animator
Cost of study
For the 2025/2026 academic year, the tuition fee to study the BSc Digital Media Computing at Birmingham City University is £17,690.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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