Media Production (Sound and Vision)

Students must be over 18 years old. There will be a formal interview where you will need to bring examples of completed work or work in progress, plus one of the following:

• A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Creative Media Production or related discipline
• A GCE Advanced in Media Studies grade A*-C
• An Access to Higher Education Certificate or any other Level 3 Media related qualification
• And/or relevant industry experience

International Students
EDUCATION: See above (for example University Foundation Programme) or overseas equivalent.

LEVEL OF ENGLISH: IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each section) or equivalent.

This highly practical course is aimed at those interested in film and video making. The course encourages experimentation and creative development. It includes all aspects of digital video and 16mm film making with a strong emphasis on the use of sound. There is both digital and analogue editing using Final Cut Pro and Steenbeck editing tables.
This course provides a foundation in aspects of the moving image and sound, to allow students to understand current developments and deal with changes in technology. It will enable learners to develop a portfolio of work which can be shown to potential employers or higher educational establishments.

This course is available to international students. If you are from outside the UK or EU please click here

The course comprises of ten units, the majority of which are practical. Units
-Contextual Studies
-Media Industries
-Research Techniques
-Media Project
-Production Management
-Camera and Lighting Workshop
-Video Editing
-Director
-Radio Documentary
-Sound for the Moving Image

Start Date:
September
Duration:
1 year
Fees:
UK and EU Students
£4000
Introductory Fee:
£2500

Cameras (16mm and digital), editing (Steenbecks and Final Cut Pro), studio with lighting facilities for film and video, radio studio

Assessment of knowledge and understanding occurs through a number of practical and written assignments. Students are given written and verbal feedback and action points to help them to develop their work.

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 2012-2013 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.

All students must pay the full fee as shown for HNCs and HNDs. However you may be elgible for a fees grant, read more here