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Creative Digital ProductionBTEC NQF Level 3 National Extended Diploma
Head of Department: James Fraser-MurisonEmail: [email protected]
Fact File• 7 mandatory units over the two year course, 3 internal and four external (exams)• 6 practical units varying in editing moving image and game software design• Excellent Success rates• Specialised media teachers on hand to deliver various units• College trips that include a week in Los Angeles visiting various movie studios and the Harry Potter studio tour• Students will learn professional software such as Photoshop, Blender, Premiere & After Effects• Successful completion of the 18 units over two years leads to an Extended Diploma (equivalent of 3 A Levels)
Course SummaryThe National Extended Diploma in Creative Digital Production are rigorous and intensive vocational courses which allows students to progress into a variety of media areas, such as production based degrees and theoretical studies in areas such as film, television, game software design and other creative degrees and can provide pathways in to the industry. Students gain an insight in to the structure of the media industry with a practical knowledge of how professionals work to produce media texts for the YouTube, film, gaming sites and print industries.
You will develop a solid grounding in ways to analyse, research, plan and produce media products. Furthermore you will learn about the way in which the Creative Industries are structured and the various professional roles available within these industries. You will learn about the various research methodologies that producers of media products use in order to identify the target audience for their products, create proposals and pitch their ideas. Additionally, you will learn how to use verbal and non-verbal communication to present your research results, ideas and work in a professional manner. The practical production units will develop your skills in lens based media, still and moving image manipulation, software design and audio visual editing.
Specific entry requirementsEnglish Language grade 5 or above at GCSE. A GCSE in Media Studies is NOT required to take the course.
How is the course assessed?The course involves four exams over two years and various practical coursework units. All units are internally assessed and then verified by an external moderator from the examining board. Assessment is based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes. You will complete a number of skills based briefs which will enable you to provide evidence to show that you have met the grading criteria. Each unit will be awarded a pass, merit or distinction.
What topics will I be studying?• Media representations (external)• Working in the Creative Media Industry• Digital Media Skills (external)• Pre-Production Skills• Pre-Production Portfolio• Specialist Subject Investigation (external)• Media Campaigns• Responding to a Commission (external)• Film Production• Digital Games Production• Digital Magazine Production• 2D Animation• Film Editing• Concept art for computer games
Progression Skills and OpportunitiesOne week work placement built in towards the end of the second year.Los Angeles trip – Involving the production on ‘new’ cinema and the old studio film system Harry Potter - working studio/ behind the scenes Skills - soft and hard skills developed through written assessments, client based briefs, strict deadlines, independent study skills, time management, presentation, communication.
Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?Ideally students will have their own 2GB hard drive, memory-card reader, access to some editing software (Premiere) at home, DSLR camera for recording. Students are also encouraged to bring their own laptop/tablet to college in order to store their own work and ease of transferring files for various units.
Art, Craft and Design - A LevelHead of Department: James Fraser-Murison
Email: [email protected]
Fact File• For students planning a career in Art and Design, the A Level course will have the necessary breadth of work for entry onto a Degree or Foundation degree in Art and Design.• Some students study a one year full-time Art and Design Foundation course before progressing to degree level. A few students go directly into work related areas. Typical career options include fine art, illustration, textile design, interiors, fashion design, fashion promotion and three-dimensional design, including jewellery, costume and theatre.• Combines well with many other subjects at A level including other Art, Design or Media A levels.
Course SummaryArt, Craft & Design is a multi-disciplinary course which involves working with a wide variety of techniques and processes. In the first year, the course expands and develops students’ practical skills, knowledge and understanding of materials. Students will learn a wide variety of drawing, printmaking, craft and textile techniques and will create exciting contemporary artwork in two and three dimensions. This is deal if you want to explore processes and techniques from across the department.
During the second year the course seeks to build on the knowledge gained during the first year and develop the ability to work independently through sustained investigations, development of ideas and in depth analysis. Students will work on a variety of briefs but they will be more personally directed and in depth. The conclusion of the 2 year A level course will be for students to present two components of work in the form of a portfolio with an externally set assignment.
Specific entry requirementsIt is recommended that you have a grade 5 or above in an Art or relevant Technology subject. If this is not applicable, you should bring a small portfolio of work to your enrolment interview.
Being open to experimentation and to trying new things, as well as having a creative outlook and a willingness to work hard, is highly valued.
Creative Digital ProductionBTEC NQF Level 3 National Extended Diploma
Head of Department: James Fraser-MurisonEmail: [email protected]
Fact File• 7 mandatory units over the two year course, 3 internal and four external (exams)• 6 practical units varying in editing moving image and game software design• Excellent Success rates• Specialised media teachers on hand to deliver various units• College trips that include a week in Los Angeles visiting various movie studios and the Harry Potter studio tour• Students will learn professional software such as Photoshop, Blender, Premiere & After Effects• Successful completion of the 18 units over two years leads to an Extended Diploma (equivalent of 3 A Levels)
Course SummaryThe National Extended Diploma in Creative Digital Production are rigorous and intensive vocational courses which allows students to progress into a variety of media areas, such as production based degrees and theoretical studies in areas such as film, television, game software design and other creative degrees and can provide pathways in to the industry. Students gain an insight in to the structure of the media industry with a practical knowledge of how professionals work to produce media texts for the YouTube, film, gaming sites and print industries.
You will develop a solid grounding in ways to analyse, research, plan and produce media products. Furthermore you will learn about the way in which the Creative Industries are structured and the various professional roles available within these industries. You will learn about the various research methodologies that producers of media products use in order to identify the target audience for their products, create proposals and pitch their ideas. Additionally, you will learn how to use verbal and non-verbal communication to present your research results, ideas and work in a professional manner. The practical production units will develop your skills in lens based media, still and moving image manipulation, software design and audio visual editing.
Royal College of Art, London College of Fashion, Royal School of Needlework, UCA (Farnham,Epsom), UAL (Kingston, Camberwell), Manchester Metropolitan, Bournemouth, Falmouth,Brighton, Winchester and UWE (Bristol).
How is the course assessed?The course is divided into 18 Units which are all equally weighted. 9 units are completed in year 1 for the Subsidiary Diploma and 9 units in year 2 to complete the Extended Diploma which is equivalent to 3 A levels. Each unit is marked at Pass, Merit or Distinction.
What topics will I be studying?• Painting and Drawing• Printmaking• Textiles• Digital and film photography• Illustration• Typography• 3D Design• Contemporary Fine Art• Digital Art• Branding
Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?The studio fee of £125 per year covers most of the materials that students will require. Students may wish to purchase additional craft materials to develop additional skills within their area of interest. There will be the opportunity to take part in a residential trip.
Specific entry requirementsEnglish Language grade 5 or above at GCSE. A GCSE in Media Studies is NOT required to take the course.
How is the course assessed?The course involves four exams over two years and various practical coursework units. All units are internally assessed and then verified by an external moderator from the examining board. Assessment is based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes. You will complete a number of skills based briefs which will enable you to provide evidence to show that you have met the grading criteria. Each unit will be awarded a pass, merit or distinction.
What topics will I be studying?• Media representations (external)• Working in the Creative Media Industry• Digital Media Skills (external)• Pre-Production Skills• Pre-Production Portfolio• Specialist Subject Investigation (external)• Media Campaigns• Responding to a Commission (external)• Film Production• Digital Games Production• Digital Magazine Production• 2D Animation• Film Editing• Concept art for computer games
Progression Skills and OpportunitiesOne week work placement built in towards the end of the second year.Los Angeles trip – Involving the production on ‘new’ cinema and the old studio film system Harry Potter - working studio/ behind the scenes Skills - soft and hard skills developed through written assessments, client based briefs, strict deadlines, independent study skills, time management, presentation, communication.
Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?Ideally students will have their own 2GB hard drive, memory-card reader, access to some editing software (Premiere) at home, DSLR camera for recording. Students are also encouraged to bring their own laptop/tablet to college in order to store their own work and ease of transferring files for various units.
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