Programme Title (Arabic) |
البكالوريوس في الإعلام الإلكتروني |
Acronym / Abbreviation*
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BWM
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Nature
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Unendorsed Qualification
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Programme Code
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BWM8000
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Programme Duration
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4 Year/Cycle
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Programme Level
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Level 8
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Programme Credits
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480
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Award Category
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Bachelors
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Effective From
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2020/2021 Sem 2
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Owner |
School of Creative Media
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Professional Body
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Professional Body
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Recognition Status
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Effective From
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Interim Date
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Professional Bodies
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Contact Person
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Evidence
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Employability Skills
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Yes
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04/01/2021
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Target Groups*
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High School Graduates |
People in Employment |
Unemployed |
Qualification Completion Requirements Criteria
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Awarded where candidates have met all of the requirements below:
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Programme Overview*
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Bahrain Polytechnic has been established by the Bahrain Government to address the need for a skilled Bahraini workforce to support economic growth and development. To support the development of the workforce Bahrain Polytechnic aims to produce graduates in applied, professional qualifications. It is widely acknowledged that the opportunities provided by the internet could be a key enabler for growth in any modern economy.
In its relatively short history the World Wide Web has become a highly complex system that is increasingly important to the way people do business, communicate, study, and access information and entertainment. It is among the fastest growing sectors in the world. Many enterprises and governments in the GCC are recognizing this new status by creating specific job titles that call for specialist Web skills.
The Bachelor of Web Media addresses the unique requirements of the Web industry, developing web skills for the growing local needs of e-Commerce and e-Government by addressing the interrelated nature of Web design, Web technology and e-Business.
The World Wide Web is the core framework of the degree programme, with Design, Development and Business elements as major areas of study within that framework.
For students who are unable to complete the full requirements of the degree, but have achieved core technical skills and knowledge, an exit diploma qualification may be achieved.
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Entry and Selection*
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Along with the general degree entry requirements, applicants must show competence in English and Mathematics.
These specific requirements may be met by:
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NB Applicants with relevant work experience and track record in a relevant industry may be considered for direct entry to the degree programme as long as they meet the English requirements for entry.
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Selection and Criteria and Process*
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If there are more eligible applicants than available places than then applicant selection will apply:
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Major Selection Criteria*
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Accreditation / External Approval Requirements*
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Placed on the NQF Framework
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Attendance Requirements*
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Institutional attendance requirements are described in the policy Student Attendance A/AB/010. There are no programme specific attendance requirements.
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Qualification Overview*
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The Bachelor of Web Media addresses the unique requirements of the Web industry, developing web skills for the growing local needs of e-Commerce and e-Government by addressing the interrelated nature of Web design, Web technology and e-Business.
The World Wide Web is the core framework of the degree programme, with Design, Development and Business elements as major areas of study within that framework.
In the first year of the programme students study a range of core subjects: English, Web Authoring, Internet & Multimedia Technology and Web Design. 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 typically specialize in technology, design or management. In the final year, this knowledge is consolidated in the form of two project based courses - the Web Media Project course and Cooperative Learning Project (CLP).
NB, For students who are unable to complete the full requirements of the degree, but have achieved core technical skills and knowledge, an exit diploma qualification may be achieved.
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Qualification Aim*
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The Bachelor of Web Media aims to address the growing needs and numerous unique requirements of the Web industry, developing Bahraini Web skills for the growing local needs of eCommerce and eGovernment by addressing the interrelated nature of Web design, Web technology and eBusiness.
The programme will make the World Wide Web the core framework of the degree programme, with Design, Development and Business elements as major areas of study within that framework.
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Graduate Pathways and Destination*
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Depending on the focus of study, this programme prepares students for the following careers and/or employment opportunities:
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Web Designer
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Web Developer
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Interactive multimedia producer
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PHP/XML programmer
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ASP.NET developer
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eContent manager for business and government
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Webmaster
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eBusiness entrepreneur
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Online information systems manager
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e-Marketing expert
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Search engine Marketing expert
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Electronic content author/creator
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Teacher
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Researcher
Students may move onto further learning in the fields of:
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Web technology,
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Web design,
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eBusiness
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Other Information*
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This programme has an exit qualification, the Associate Degree in Web Media, which can be achieved by completing the first 3 years of the degree depending on courses taken.
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Programme Learning Outcomes
Description
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Demonstrate a critical understanding of the aesthetic, strategic, and technological aspects of digital media content and products
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Demonstrate an understanding of local, regional and global issues associated with Internet-based communication
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Master written, oral and visual skills relevant to the Web in English
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Use digital media technologies and strategies in appropriate professional contexts;
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Think critically, be innovative and engage in dialogue on issues relevant to the modern Web landscape
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Team Work: Interact effectively with fellow Web Media team members or with those from different disciplines, through collaboration, collective endeavour and negotiation.
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Communication: Articulate ideas and information comprehensively in visual, oral and written forms through effective communication and presentation skills
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Technology: Utilise industry-standard technology effectively and ethically
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Self-Management: Demonstrate the ability to study independently, set goals, manage their own work loads and meet deadlines
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Problem Solving: Identify, critically analyse a problem, trouble-shoot, formulate and justify the most appropriate solutions
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Initiative and Enterprise: Use strategic thinking to demonstrate resourcefulness, innovation and entrepreneurship in Web Media
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Planning and Organizing: Initiate, plan, execute and manage work efficiently and effectively
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Learning: Recognise the need to engage and progress with continuous learning
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Semester Schedules
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