Media BTEC First Diploma
BTEC
In Eastbourne
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Eastbourne
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Duration
1 Year
A range of media production skills such as video production, audio production and Desktop Publishing. You will also learn about how media industries work and how to analyse professional media products. The course content is 70% practical and 30% theoretical study. Most students on this programme also take a GCSE in Photography as an additional qualification.
Important information
Government funding available
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Start date
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About this course
Four GCSE grades at D including GCSE English Language. You should also have: a realistic enthusiasm for studying the media and developing practical skills a sense of purpose and commitment to achieving results an ability to work on production projects in teams and meet deadlines
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Course programme
Media BTEC First Diploma
Subject category:
Art, Design, Media and E Media
What will I study?
A range of media production skills such as video production, audio production and Desktop Publishing. You will also learn about how media industries work and how to analyse professional media products. The course content is 70% practical and 30% theoretical study. Most students on this programme also take a GCSE in Photography as an additional qualification.
Duration:
One year
Do I need any additional qualifications/ skills?
How will I be assessed?
You will study six units: four of which will be assessed by a portfolio of coursework and two units which will be assessed in the form of a final major project by an external verifier.
What can I do afterwards?
If you achieve a Merit or Distinction in this qualification you can go on to Advanced Level courses, including the National Diploma in Media Production or the National Diploma in Performing Arts.
Are there any additional costs involved?
There will be a one off payment of £65 at the beginning of the course - this goes towards the updating of resources and supporting extra curricular activities such as trips and visits. Each student will also have to bring in three mini-DV tapes and five mini-disks. Additional costs will be incurred for photography developing equipment and course trips. Overall costs should not exceed £100 for the year of study.
Location:
Park College
Media BTEC First Diploma