Entry Requirements
5 GCSES at grade 4 including GCSE English
Assessment Method
This course is assessed by practical projects and coursework.
About this course
This course is ideal for learners who would like to progress onto a media based career. This course has a highly practical focus, students will cover all aspects of the production process. They complete a set of projects designed to develop a broad range of media based skills. Learners will also gain a detailed understanding of research methodology. Learners will explore both traditional and new forms of media. The course is designed to enable learners to either progress onto University and pursue a career in the media.
Who is this course aimed at?
This course is aimed at students who:
Are interested in any aspect of the Media
Are interested in changes in the media, such as new films, magazines etc.
Would like an opportunity to create practical media productions of their own
Would like to learn how to use media equipment, including photography, video equipment, web design packages and a sound studio
Would like the opportunity to be proactive in research in the industry
Would like to progress into the Media field in careers such as broadcast, journalism, advertising, public relations or media production
What will you learn?
Pre-Production Techniques for the Media Industries
Communication Skills for the Media Industries
Research Techniques for the Media Industries
Page Layout & Design Digital Graphics for Print
Photography and Photographic Practice
Podcasting
Social Media and Branding
Advertising and Marketing
Production Management
Project Working to a Brief in the Media Industries
Understanding the Media Industries
Film and Video Editing Techniques Single Camera Techniques
Social Action & Community Media Production
Self-Promotion and Professional Networking
What skills will you develop?
Research
Use of Google Suite
Literacy
Time management
Self confidence
Photoshop
Indesign
Photography
Resilience
Meeting deadlines
Group working
Analysis
Industry conventions
Filming iMovie/ premiere
Editing
Related Courses
Looking for something that works well with this course? Here are some related courses to consider.
English Literature
Film Studies
Photography
Progression routes
Journalism
Advertising and Marketing
Screenwriter
TV/Film Producer
Games Designer
Media Researcher
Promotions Manager
Media Analyst
E-Sports Professional
Web Designer
Social Media Content Producer
Marketing
Press