Creative Media Skills BTEC Level 2 First Diploma

29484W0 | Parson's Walk Centre, Wigan
Start Date | 02/09/2024
Time/Day | FULL TIME

Is this course for me?

This exciting course will allow you to develop a range of theory and production skills for the UK's dynamically changing media industry. From understanding the ways audiences view a product, to the writing and creation of live radio, short films, music videos and adverts. This course offers you the chance to develop your creative, analytical and production skills within the creative media sector.

What will I study?

The Level 2 course prepares you to take your ideas from the planning, through the production stages and on to evaluation and collating audience feedback. You will learn to plan a complete production by combining a vital understanding of your target audience and practical production skills. You will work across the video, radio and motion graphics disciplines in order to create a wide range of media products.

How long is the course?

Full time for one academic year

How will I be assessed?

Continuous assessment of coursework, involving group and individual assignments. Assignments range from producing adverts to the creation of short film, music videos and podcasts. You will not be required to sit an examination.

What qualifications do I need?

A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects graded 9-3 including English.

What can I progress onto?

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Art & Design Practice - Photography

Other Information

Facilities include Mac studios equipped with Adobe Creative Cloud (including Photoshop, Audition, After Effects and Premiere Pro), a green screen studio, a podcast studio and location audio and video recording kits. If you are 16-18 years old, you may be eligible for our FREE bus pass. Find out more at www.wigan-leigh.ac.uk/free-bus-pass

Course Fees

16-18 Year Olds 19+ year olds Free for eligible learners? Is Loan Available?
£497.00 Yes No

Exam Fee

£161.00

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