Audio Media

You need a minimum of 4 GCSEs at A-C or BTEC First Diploma or equivalent level 2 qualification, with English at C or above at GCSE.

For those who want to develop strong skills in audio and sound and who wish to work in broadcasting. Students will be able to work with Radio professionals and produce scripts, factual or music programmes as part of the course. They can then progress to a degree in Broadcasting or one in sound or audio technique.

This demanding course gives you the opportunity to develop skills in radio, music and production of commercials as well as sound for film and television and interview and presentation techniques. If you enjoy working in creative teams and have the ability to succeed under pressure, this is the course for you.

This is a 2 year course.

Fully equipped radio studio, TV studio, apple mac suite running Final Cut Pro, Audition and Audacity software etc. Selection of audio & related equipment, microphones & recording equipment.

100% course work (essays, DVS/Reports/Presentations and the like)

Complete an application form for interview. You can do this on-line by clicking on the link in the right hand column. Or you can download a PDF of the 2011-2012 Application for Interview Form (Form A) [PDF 312k]. For further details see the How to Apply section.
A Level applicants do not need to apply for specific subjects: your application form is for the A Level programme. We will discuss your subject choices at your interview.

If you are 16-18 years old, this course is free. You may have to pay some materials costs.

If you are aged 19 or older, you may have to pay the "inclusive fee" (which includes the tuition fee, examination fee and exam board registration fee) as shown, plus the College Registration Charge of £30 and any materials costs. To find out if you qualify for reduced fees, read more here

Approximately £50 for text books, work books, CDs