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Diploma of Multimedia Design
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A three-year honours degree combining graphic design, Animation, Sound, Video and web design.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate core knowledge in Multimedia Design. Apply analytical and practical methods to discipline-specific problems. Communicate ideas effectively in academic and professional settings. Work collaboratively and apply ethical professional practice.
Career outcomes
- Web designer
- Interface designer
- Information architect
- User experience designer
- Web developer
- Interactive learning creator
- Content creator
- Online games designer
- Multimedia artist
- Motion graphic artist
- Videographer
Curriculum
- Three-year
- 122-credit programme. Year 1: design principles
- Typography
- Drawing
- Digital imaging
- Multimedia technology
- Web design
- Screenplay and storyboarding. Year 2: project management
- Brand strategy
- Photography
- Motion graphics
- 3D techniques
- UI/UX
- Video and audio production. Year 3: final major projects
- Game design
- Design research
- Professional practice
- Industry experience.
Entry requirements
Academic
- You’ll need: 5 GCSEs at grades A*–C
- Or a relevant Level 2 Diploma with a Pass or higher Grade C or above in GCSE English or Welsh
- Or a Pass in Essential Skills Level 2 Communication Or a Grade C or above in GCSE Maths
- Or a Pass in Essential Skills Level 2 Numeracy
Accepted academic background
5 GCSEs at grade A*-C or Level 2 Diploma (Pass/Merit), GCSE English/Welsh and Maths grade C or Essential Skills Level 2
Language tests
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
How to apply
- Review the Multimedia Design admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £9,465 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | City Centre Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Academic Unit Not Confirmed |
| Department | Academic Unit Not Confirmed |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
18 Jun 2027
216 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 18 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £9,465 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic 5.5.

