Digital Media — study plan
- Credit hours
- 120
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 38
- Degree
- bachelor
The Digital Media study plan at Higher Colleges of Technology is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 120 credit hours across 38 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DMD1103 | Fundamentals of Visual Design | 3 |
| DMD1113 | Photography and Image Making | 3 |
| DMD1123 | Introduction to Media Technology | 3 |
| DMD1133 | Digital Storytelling | 3 |
| LSC1103 | Professional Written Communication | 3 |
| DGM1213 | Social Media and Society | 3 |
| DGM1223 | Writing for Media | 3 |
| DGM1233 | Creative Technology | 3 |
| DMD1203 | AI in Digital Media | 3 |
| DMD1213 | Digital Literacy | 3 |
Year 2 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DGM2303 | Podcasts and Interviews | 3 |
| DGM2313 | Introduction to Advertising | 3 |
| DMD2313 | Digital Media in Arabic | 3 |
| DMD2423 | Media Production | 3 |
| AES1003 | Emirati Studies | 3 |
| DGM2403 | Brand Identity | 3 |
| DGM2413 | Digital Media Analytics | 3 |
| DGM2423 | Social Media Content Creation | 3 |
| DGM2433 | Creative Writing | 3 |
| DMD2433 | Sustainable Design | 3 |
Year 3 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DGM3503 | Convergent Journalism | 3 |
| DGM3513 | Public Relations | 3 |
| DGM3523 | Event Management | 3 |
| DGM3533 | The Pitch: Persuasive Presentations | 3 |
| DGM3543 | Communication and Technology | 3 |
| DMD3613 | Freelancing and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| DGM3633 | Mobile Journalism | 3 |
| DMD3623 | Portfolio and Presentation | 3 |
| ELEC-1 | Elective I Elective | 3 |
| ELEC-2 | Elective II Elective | 3 |
Year 4 30 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DGM4716 | Industry I | 6 |
| DGM4733 | Brand Management | 3 |
| DGM4743 | Capstone I | 3 |
| DGM4723 | Integrated Marketing | 3 |
| DGM4816 | Industry II | 6 |
| DGM4823 | Organizational Communication | 3 |
| DGM4833 | Media Relations | 3 |
| DGM4843 | Capstone II | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Digital Media
How many credit hours is Digital Media at Higher Colleges of Technology?
Digital Media at Higher Colleges of Technology requires completing 120 credit hours to graduate, spread across 38 courses.
How many years is Digital Media at Higher Colleges of Technology?
The study plan for Digital Media spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Digital Media award?
Digital Media at Higher Colleges of Technology awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 120 credit hours.
Is Digital Media offered at other universities?
Yes, Digital Media is offered at at least 3 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.