Full Time BTEC First Diploma Media (FGA05161)

Course Code: FGA05161

Title: BTEC First Diploma Media

Duration: 1 year

Start Date: 08-Sep-10

Entry Requirements
3 GCSEs (grade D or above), or a relevant and appropriate BTEC Introductory Diploma with a Merit profile, a real interest in the subject and satisfactory references, or an appropriate equivalent

Suitable For

The BTEC First Diploma in Media is a practical, workrelated course, equivalent to four GCSEs (grade A*-C). You learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.

Course Content

The course introduces you to the basic techniques and principles of moving image production and provides a good basis to go on to a more advanced work-related qualification.

Subjects covered include:

• Animation Techniques
• Research for Media Production
• Video Production.

Method of Assessment

Projects and assignments

Progression

On completion of this course you will have a good grounding to progress to more advanced courses, such as a specialist BTEC National programme relating to moving image and video production. With further training or study, you can also go into a wide range of careers in Media including broadcasting, sound production, film, video and TV production.