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Where will this course lead?

This course offers the skills, knowledge, understanding and practical application needed to progress onto study media production or a wealth of related courses at higher education or to go into employment within related sectors. You will be supported to produce a portfolio of work that reflects your skills, interests and future ambitions, giving you the best chance possible to progress onto University study, a higher apprenticeship or directly into employment. Previous students have completed work experience and then gained full time?positions?at local companies such as Maverick Television and the BBC.? 

What will I study?

This is an ideal course if you are interested in making and studying media forms such as film, television, and radio. Beginning with the general key skills needed for developing, researching, making and evaluating a variety of media forms you will develop a more personal approach to practical and creative communication. You will be introduced to some of the key critical approaches to media production and analysis as you develop a portfolio to showcase your knowledge and skill. There are loads of practical projects to apply your skills.?? 

Examples of projects you will be studying in the first year are:? 

  • Introductory Media Skills? 

  • Advertising  

  • Short?Film Production? 

  • Factual Film Production? 

  • Podcast Production? 

  • Photography & Content Creation 

  • Live Television Production? 

  • Self-directed Project? 

 

Examples of projects you will be studying in the?second?year are:? 

  • Music Video?Production? 

  • Academic Journal Writing? 

  • Working to a Client Project? 

  • Short Film Production? 

  • Creating work for an Audience 

  • Final Self-directed?Project? 

How will this course be delivered?

The course will be delivered on site, through workshops, seminars, practical demonstrations, and small lectures over two years.?You will also?have?the opportunity to?attend educational visits such as cinema, gallery, and studio visits. You will be expected to undertake research, production, and other project work outside of class time, and you will have access to the appropriate,?professional?equipment to complete your projects.?Cameras, tripods, audio recorders, edit suites and TV and Radio Studios are all provided.?? 

What qualifications will I get?

By completing the first year you will achieve a UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology. Depending on your results from the Diploma, there will be the opportunity to progress onto the?second year?qualification, the Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology. 

How will I be assessed?

All 8 Units of the Diploma and the additional 5 Units of the Extended Diploma will be internally assessed and internally verified through student's portfolios of evidence and are subject to the UAL Awarding?body external quality assurance. There are no exams on this Media Course. 

How do I get a place on the course?

Places on the course are offered by interview initially.?During the interview you should be prepared to discuss your passion for?filmmaking?and?media production and your interest in?learning more about this exciting industry and art form, and where you hope your study might take you.? 

You will be expected to bring a short example of your previous creative work with you to discuss during your interview, this might be a photographic series, short video, or animation.? 

What are the entry requirements?

To apply for a place on this highly popular course, you need to hold at least 4 GCSEs including English Language at a grade 'C/4' or above. You should have an interest in the Media, be able to work in a team as well as stick to tight deadlines and schedules.?You will need to bring evidence of your original certificates at Induction.? 

A Media Studies GCSE is preferable, but it is not essential, although some previous media experience?would be useful?and enthusiasm for the subject is?a must.?

What else do I need to know?

If you have a Learning Difficulty or?Disability?please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your?application?we can help with this too.

What can I do after this course?

Initial progression would typically be to study UAL Creative Media Production and Technology Level 3 Extended Diploma (MEBAH093BCF0). On successful completion of the Extended Diploma, you will be able to continue studying at Level 4 or above (HND, BA or BSc) courses at University, in Media specific programmes or other related courses.??You could also look ay Higher Level Apprenticeships or move straight into Employment.  

You will leave the course with a range of skills desirable to employers, such as digital media production skills, communication and analysis skills, report writing, working to deadline and working with others.? 

Previous students are currently working for the BBC, Sky Sports, Maverick Television, Birmingham?Eastside?Newspaper and?RockStar?games, amongst many others.? 

Location

Blossomfield Campus

Start Date

Sept-2025

Day

Various

Time

TBC

Course Fee

N/A For 16 to 18 Year Olds

Course Code

MEBAG093BCF0

Study Mode

Full Time

Media Researcher

Media researchers support television, radio and documentary producers by finding out details of show contributors, locations and background information.

What’s Involved?

Media Researchers liaise with production team to generate and develop ideas for film, television and radio programmes. They research sources for accurate factual material, find suitable contributors to programmes or print features and deal with any copyright issues. They provide administrative support for programme development such as booking facilities. They present findings in the required format, via written reports or presentations. They also research images for clients in a wide range of media using specialist picture libraries and archives, museums, galleries etc., or commissions new images. They liaise with clients on the appropriate image/s to be used. They deal with copyright issues and negotiates fees.

Photographer

You could work in press photography, advertising photography, editorial photography, corporate photography, or go freelance!

What’s Involved?

Photographers select subjects and conceive composition of picture or discuss composition with colleagues. They arrange subject, lighting and camera equipment. They insert lenses and adjust aperture and speed settings as necessary. They also operate scanning equipment to transfer image to computer and manipulate image to achieve the desired effect. They photograph subject or follow action by moving camera. They also take, record and manipulate digital images and digital video footage.

Journalist

Jobholders in this unit group investigate and write up stories and features for broadcasting and for newspapers, magazines and other periodicals, evaluate and manage their style and content and oversee the editorial direction of these types of output and publication.

What’s Involved?

Journalists determine subject matter and undertake research by interviewing, attending public events, seeking out records, reviewing written work, attending film and stage performances etc. They write articles and features and submit draft manuscripts to newspaper, magazine, periodical or programme editor. They select material for broadcast or publication, check style, grammar, accuracy and legality of content and arrange for any necessary revisions. They also liaise with production staff in checking final proof copies immediately prior to printing.

TV, Video and Audio Engineer

TV, video and audio engineers service and repair domestic television, video and audio appliances.

What’s Involved?

TV, video and audio engineers examine equipment and observe reception to determine nature of defect. They use electronic testing equipment to diagnose faults and check voltages and resistance. They dismantle equipment and repair or replace faulty components or wiring. They also re-assemble equipment, test for correct functioning and make any necessary further adjustments. They carry out service tasks such as cleaning and insulation testing according to schedule.

Director

Arts officers, producers and directors assume creative, financial and organisational responsibilities in the production and direction of television and radio programmes, films, stage presentations, content for other media, and the promotion and exhibition of other creative activities.

What’s Involved?

A Director chooses writers, scripts, technical staff and performers, and assumes overall responsibility for completion of project on time and within budget. They direct actors, designers, camera team, sound crew and other production and technical staff to achieve desired effects. They break script into scenes and formulate a shooting schedule that will be most economical in terms of time, location and sets. They also prepare rehearsals and production schedules for main events, design of sets and costumes, technical rehearsals and dress rehearsals. They ensure necessary equipment, props, performers and technical staff are on set when required. They also manage health and safety issues. They select, contract, market and arrange for the presentation and/or distribution of performance, visual and heritage arts.

TV or Film Camera Operator

Workers in this unit group operate and assist with still, cine and television cameras and operate other equipment to record, manipulate and project sound and vision for entertainment, cultural, commercial and industrial purposes.

What’s Involved?

A TV or Film Camera Operator selects subject and conceives composition of picture or discusses composition with colleagues; arranges subject, lighting, camera equipment and any microphones; inserts lenses and adjusts aperture and speed settings as necessary; operates scanning equipment to transfer image to computer and manipulates image to achieve the desired effect; photographs subject or follows action by moving camera; takes, records and manipulates digital images and digital video footage; controls transmission, broadcasting and satellite systems for television and radio programmes, identifies and solves related technical problems; checks operation and positioning of projectors, vision and sound recording equipment, and mixing and dubbing equipment; operates equipment to record, edit and play back films and television programmes; manages health and safety issues; operates sound mixing and dubbing equipment to obtain desired mix, level and balance of sound.

Script Writer

Job holders in this unit group write, edit and evaluate literary material for publication including scripts and narrative for film, TV, radio and computer games and animations.

What’s Involved?

A Script Writer determines subject matter and researches as necessary by interviewing, attending public events, seeking out records, observing etc. They generate and develop creative ideas for literary material. They also select material for publication, check style, grammar and accuracy of content, arrange for any necessary revisions and check proof copies before printing.

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680
NATIONAL AVERAGE

Employment by Region

The career paths provided are to give you an idea of the careers that you could progress onto in the future. However, for some, you may need to complete higher level qualifications and gain experience before your dream job becomes a reality. The information provided is to support further research and to generate some initial career ideas when choosing a course. Please check entry requirements to degree courses, apprenticeships, and jobs as this may vary from year to year and across providers. For further advice and guidance, please contact: careers@solihull.ac.uk.