Just some of the future careers for graduates after completing the course include: • Games Designer • App Designer • Website Designer • Graphic Designer • Illustrator • Animator • Creative Director
Creative Digital Design Professional (Integrated Degree) Apprenticeship Standard
- Course Type: Degree Apprenticeship
- Institution Code: P56
The Creative Digital Design Professional Degree apprenticeship is your gateway to mastering the dynamic world of digital design while gaining a BA (HONS) Creative Digital Design degree – all with no tuition fees! Designed in collaboration with industry leaders, this apprenticeship blends academic study with hands-on experience in professional settings, making you a valuable asset for your organisation. We will provide you with the skills and support to develop your career as a creative designer in one of the many occupations available in the creative and digital industries. On the course, you will be introduced to the basic principles of graphic design, animation, and photography as well as learn new design technologies like mobile app and website design. You will learn about the central debates and discourses that inform contemporary digital art and design and understand the industry in which you will work. You will learn to critically appraise your work and the work of others, constructively and productively. You will learn to work creatively, and problem solve in a group in ‘live’ projects and real-world briefs. The course concludes with your Design Apprenticeship Major Project and EPA that will enable you to showcase your talents and exhibit your work to the public and sector professionals. Throughout the course, you will be supported in developing your professional profile and your entrepreneurial skills. All students completing the course will have a portfolio of digital work in the form of a website and you will have multiple opportunities on the course to develop your network of professional contacts. Courses at University Centre Peterborough are studied in smaller class sizes compared with other universities; a typical class size is under 20 students. This qualification, subject to validation, is awarded by The Open University and delivered by University Centre Peterborough.
What is covered?
All modules below are subject to validation and may change:
Level 4
- Digital Design Skills
- Introduction to Rapid Prototyping
- UX Tools and Techniques
- Camera Skills
- Critical Theory in Art & Design
- Creative Futures
Level 5
- 3D Modelling & Visualisation
- Digital Media Platforms
- Data-Driven Design
- Integrated Advertising
Level 6
- Immersive Technologies
- Managing A Client Brief
- Design Apprenticeship Major Project
- Creative Digital Design Professional EPA
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
This course is subject to validation but you would typically require grades C/4 or above in GCSE English and maths and a Level 3 qualification in a related subject.
The programme is modular and follows the duties and assessment criteria set out in the apprenticeship standard which is delivered as 360 Credits and is assessed at Levels 4 – 6.
• Level 4: This level provides a foundational understanding of core principles and practices.
• Level 5: Building upon the foundation, this level delves into wider topics.
• Level 6: This level explores advanced topics and helps to develop more autonomous learning, culminating in a major undergraduate project.
The final year includes focus upon completion of the Evidence Based Research Project, and preparation for the Apprenticeship End Point Assessment (EPA).
Subject to validation.
Apprentices will undertake a series of operational assessments during the programme, which will be a combination of naturally occurring workplace activities and specific tasks set to reinforce aspects of the Degree Apprenticeship Standard and to demonstrate competence relating to core skills and behaviours required by the apprenticeship standard and the employer. These assessments will be conducted to establish that the apprentice has achieved the required level of operational competence.
The On-Programme assessment will include the completion of a Portfolio of Operational Competence, which will provide a written record to confirm the apprentice’s achievements. Application assessment will be in the workplace and will be conducted by an operationally competent member of the employer’s organisation. In addition to completion of the portfolios, apprentices will be able to use the summative assignments from the modules on the programme. (Only the assignments that are NOT based on reflective practice will be used).
The End Point Assessment (EPA) is taken at the end of the apprenticeship. To be eligible to take the EPA, apprentices will have to pass through the ‘Gateway’ . To do so they will need to have successfully completed all modules taken up until that point and demonstrated operational competence specific to their employer, through evidence contained in their Portfolio of Operational Competence. The EPA is conducted by a qualified Independent Assessor who is not involved in the delivery of the programme.
Students will need to pay for transport, stationery, trips (non-mandatory), sportswear/kit and art-based materials. Black and white photocopying is available, but students will be required to pay for colour copies and posters for presentations.
Course information
Location
Peterborough
Start Date
September 2025
Fees
For levy-paying organisations, the cost is paid from their digital account at a rate of £21,000 per apprentice. For non-levy paying organisations, there will be a financial contribution of 5% which equates to £1,050 per apprentice.
Duration
36 months
Validated by
Subject to Validation
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