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This module puts the theory and principles underpinning digital imaging into practice, nurturing your creative confidence through a practical, learner-focused approach. The interactive lectures are designed to make the theoretical components of the module relevant through creative examples and exploring the important role of visual media in society. The technical aspects are made understandable through hands-on learning and made relevant by exploring case studies on visual practitioners and exploring a review of the state of the art in digital imaging.

The module is assessed through creative coursework and the continuous development of a digital sketchbook. These provide plenty of opportunities for formative feedback from the tutor and peers during the practical sessions, as well as a reflexive learning log for your continued journey on the programme.

On completion of the module, you will have an increased command of the tools and concepts underpinning digital imaging. Specifically, the essential camera and Photoshop skills needed to produce an end result that matches your creative vision including:

Imaging principles ( light, colour, imaging technology)
Digital imaging capture (Manual settings of a camera: Shutter speed/aperture ISO)
Digital image editing (Non-destructive image editing, layers, masking, compositing and retouching)
Digital image exporting and archiving (in a range of digital file formats)
Underlying principles of imaging, vision and perception and the important role of digital images in society.


The content of the module will be updated to reflect current technological developments and research within the school.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Recognise the underlying principles of imaging, vision and perception

LO2: Apply effective methods of capturing digital images

LO3: Apply appropriate methods for digital image editing

LO4: Apply appropriate methods for exporting digital images

LO5: Recognise the cultural significance of visual media in society