Specification

OCR Creative iMedia

The specification and assessment structure can be found at the link: https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-nationals/creative-imedia-level-1-2-award-certificate-j807-j817/  

iMedia is an IT-based course that expands on what the students studied in KS3 and takes an engaging, practical and inspiring approach to the digital media sector. The modules cover computer graphics, web design and computer game development. Each module is covered in a project and requires a wide range of IT software skills. The exam component is a 90 minute exam which covers the groundwork for developing these creative projects. 

What Will I study?

The qualifications will encourage independence, creativity and awareness of the digital media sector and will equip learners with a range of creative media skills.  It will also provide opportunities to develop transferable skills such as research, planning, review, working with others and communicating creative concepts effectively. 

What Skills and Qualities are required?

• Persistence  
• Attention to detail 
• Self-motivation 
• An active interest in ICT and digital media 

How will I learn? 

In a supportive, well-equipped classroom environment, the students will work with a range of digital tools and techniques to produce effective digital solutions in a range of contexts. Students learn to reflect critically on their own and others’ use of digital media and to adopt safe, secure and responsible practice. It is modular, so allows the students multiple entry points throughout the two years, as well as the potential to re-sit if needed. 

How will I be assessed?

Year 10 

R082 Computer Graphics (coursework)

R081 Production skills (exam)

These can be re-sat in Yr11 if required.

Year 11

R085 Web Design (coursework)

R087 Multimedia Design (coursework)

Where could it lead?

A Level GCE in Computing

Cambridge Technical in ICT 

Digital Media is becoming more of an essential requirement in any career choice. It can be studied purely as a subject in its own right, or as a supporting role for almost any future employment or study.