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The media industry is changing rapidly with advances in technology and online platforms allowing the distribution of content to become instant and global. You will learn about how the media operates and get a practical and theoretic introduction to the knowledge, skills and understanding of the digital media industry. This course is designed to develop an understanding of how different media institutions operate to create products for specific target audiences. You will also develop knowledge and understanding of media pre-production, planning and production processes. You will develop transferable skills such as planning, communication, adaptability and leadership.
What will I study in Digital Media Extended Certificate?
You will study a range of creative digital arts mediums from within moving image practices, such as music video, advertising and script writing. Alongside practical c focused project work, you will also be taught indepth media theories that relate to all your areas of study including industry and audience. This is both a theoretical and practical media course. Two Units on this course are written examination based. This course will allow you to develop and explore your creative ideas alongside your practical media hardware and software skills.
Entry Requirements
At least five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, with at least three from the core subjects.
How will I learn?
You will be taught via in-class practical activities, hardware and software demonstrations and lectures. You will work both in small groups and individually to complete your projects. Your lecturer and full time technican will guide you as you discover your potential as a future media practioner.
How will I be assessed?
This is a two year course and is the equivalent of 1 A-Levels. You will complete 8 Units overall. 6 of these units are coursework based, 2 are examined. You will sit 1 exam in each academic year. The practical units are subject to change but typically include units in the following areas:
- Scriptwriting for media products
- Creating a media product - Music video production
- Planning and pitching media products
- Advertising media - audio visual advertising
The examined units focus on the following areas:
- Media products and audiences
- Pre-production and planning
Any trips?
Previously, the media department has taken trips to the Warner Bros Harry Potter Studios and British Board of Film Classification.
Are there any costs involved?
Each student is required to have their own SD card for digital video production. This must be a 'class 10' SD card. We recommend 32gb in size.
FAQs
How many A-Levels is the Level 3 Certificate (Digital) worth?
The Level 3 Certificate (digital) is the equivalent of 1 A-Levels
Do I need to have studied Media before?
No, you do not need to have studied Media before
Do I need my own media production equipment (a video camera or computer for example)?
No, we do not expect you to provide any media production equipment to participate on the course. We can supply all the equipment you will require.
Is there a lot of writing on the course?
Yes, all non-examined Units will require supporting written work alongside the final practicals you produce
Awarding Body
OCR Cambridge Technical
Available As
Extended Certificate
[56 UCAS pts. available]
[56 UCAS pts. available]
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What can I do after I have taken this course?
Available As
Extended Certificate
[56 UCAS pts. available]
[56 UCAS pts. available]
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