Bahrain Polytechnic

Bachelor of Web Media

Programme length

4 Years

Programme Entry Requirements

Applicants need to be good at basic computer skills and basic maths.
These requirements may be met by:

Passing the Polytechnic IT and maths selection tests; or
Passing the Information Technology 1 and Data Analysis 1 courses, in the foundation programme.

Majors

Technology
Design
Management

Introduction and Programme Aims

This programme is suitable for students interested in the art, science and business of the World Wide Web. Working on real-world projects in teams, students learn all aspects of online digital production then specialise in design, development or management. Students can include courses from the ICT, Visual Design and Business programmes in their Web Media degree. Students also have the chance to work in industry for the last two years while completing the degree part-time. Combining the art of content development with the technology of multimedia programming, students gain first hand experience in professional website production in both simulated and real work environments.

The programmes flexible structure allows students to develop their skills in any aspect of website production. Courses will be tailored to the careers that students wish to pursue.
The programme aims to:

Provide hands on, highly interactive learning experiences, taking into account relevant industry issues of today, as well as issues that will fuel and inspire the fields of internet design, development and e-business in the future.
Provide an environment which encourages students to achieve excellence within their discipline areas and to develop their cultural and aesthetic sensitivities, leading them to an understanding of those human factors so essential to the communication of information.

Graduate Profile

A graduate of this programme will have advanced skills in at least 3 of the following areas:

Web design
Streaming multimedia
Animation
Game design and development
Content management
Programming
XML

In addition graduates will be able to:

Contribute to a development team
Be adaptable to changes in technology
Be responsive to the needs of the clients and users of digital media
Web creation software
Short film production
Mobile device programming
Information systems project management
Internet security
Web writing

Career Opportunities

There is a shortage of skilled web specialists and this degree is a preparation for a variety of careers including:

Web designer
Web developer
Games designer
Interactive multimedia producer
PHP/XML programmer
ASP.NET developer
eContent manager for business and government
Webmaster
eBusiness entrepreneur
Online information systems manager
eMarketing expert
Search engine marketing expert

Graduates will be sought-after employees in any company or sector of the economy which uses websites as part of their business operations. As a web specialist you will work in the industries of your choice, e.g. marketing, travel, banking, government or universities. Many Web specialists choose to become independent contractors, working in several different sectors.

Teaching and Assessment

Becoming a Web specialist requires a high level of technical expertise, combined with real-world project experience and problem-solving skills. Students work constantly on website projects, from the design phase through to development, then maintenance and content management.

A problem-based learning approach is used in many courses to encourage learners
to develop good teamwork, communication, critical thinking and leadership skills.

Work Placement

Industry placement in eContent departments, advertising agencies, or digital studios will occur from Year 2 of the programme.

Summary of Qualifications

Bachelor of Web Media (Technology)
Bachelor of Web Media (Design)
Bachelor of Web Media (Management)

Summary of Programme Structure

In the first year of the programme students study a range of core subjects related to each major: English, Web authority, Internet & multimedia technology and Web design. This enables students to choose majors in later years.

In the second year students develop technical skills further and study the business side of the Web Media industry.

In the third and fourth years students specialize in technology, design or management and have opportunities to work on industry and community projects to prepare them for entry into the industry.

Problem-based learning is a feature of the programme and this approach develops team working, communication and critical thinking skills which are an essential characteristic of any graduate.

Contact Person

Student Information Centre Bahrain Polytechnic Isa Town Campus, Building 8 Working Hours: 9 am to 3 pm, Sunday to Thursday
	+973 1789 7000
	+973 1789 7009
	studentinfo@polytechnic.bh
	www.polytechnic.bh