Media - BTEC National Diploma

Media - BTEC National Diploma

Course ID:
PC65253

Academy:
Creative Arts

Introduction:
This course provides a practical introduction into media. Including modules investigating how the media industries work and gaining hands on experience of practical production.

Study Mode & Location:
This two year course will be held at Preston College, Park Campus, Moor Park Avenue, Preston, PR1 6AS.

Course Content:
Throughout two years students study 18 units covering all aspects of the media industry.

Much of the first year of the course is tailored to developing students communication, production and technical skills needed to work accross a wide range of media industries.

Throughout the second year students work in small teams on a promotional project for clients.

Assessment:
Students are assessed by practical production work and reports.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Students progress to university and art college or gain direct employment into the media industry.

How To Apply
You will need to complete a Further Education Application Form. These will be available from mid-May.
Many courses have limited places so please return your application form as soon as possible. Following acceptance of your application, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Part-Time+ Course Benefits
Part-Time+ courses are ideal if you are looking to return to education, change career or progress to higher level studies. Courses last between 11 and 18 hours per week, for a full year and fit in with school hours and holidays. They offer:

• support with accessing a variety of funds including an Adult Learning Grant of up to £30 per week.
• a bursary meaning there are reduced tuition fees.
• childcare support.
• transport to and from College.
• an individual development plan to guide you to your next step.
• personal tutor support throughout your course.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.