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Cliddesden Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG21 3HF Tel: 01256 417500 Email: [email protected] www.qmc.ac.uk
Creative Digital ProductionBTEC NQF Level 3 National Extended Certificate
Head of Department: James Fraser-MurisonEmail: [email protected]
Fact File• 4 Units in total (3 of which are mandatory units and 2 of which are externally assessed)• Practical tasks through which students will learn professional software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Blender & Unity• Specialised media teachers with industry experience• College trips that include a week in Los Angeles visiting various movie studios and the Harry Potter Studio tour
Specific entry requirementsIn addition to the College’s general entry requirements, it is desirable for applicants to have enthusiasm, a serious interest in a career in the creative industries and a desire to develop both practical and theoretical understanding of the process of producing media texts and products.
Course SummaryThe National Extended Certificate in Creative Digital Production provides a well-rounded introduction to the study of creative digital media production. It is a vocational course 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 YouTube, film, gaming sites and print industries. You will develop a solid grounding in ways to analyse, research, plan and produce media products, and will learn about creating media proposals and pitches for original creative ideas. Additionally, the practical production units will develop your skills in digital asset creation, interface design and animation using a range of professional tools allowing you to create near professional assets bringing your creative ideas to life.
Progression skills and opportunitiesThe qualification provides a coherent introduction to the study of creative digital media production. Students develop an understanding of the media industry through analysing media representations and pitching and producing media projects. It is designed for students who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the media industries, as part of a programme of study alongside other BTEC Nationals or A levels such as Graphics, Film Studies, Computing and ICT.
• Los Angeles trip – Involving the production on ‘new’ cinema and the old studio film system • Harry Potter - working studio/ behind the scenes • Skills for progression – students will develop transferrable skills through written assessments, client based briefs, strict deadlines, independent study, research, time management and presentation.• Opportunities to engage with our local Media Industry links such as Sony and Face TV.
How is the course assessed?The course involves two externally assessed units, one of which will be a formal examination, and practical coursework units. Two of the 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)• Developing a Pre-Production Portfolio• Responding to a Commission (external)• Practical Digital Games Production skills
Cliddesden Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG21 3HF Tel: 01256 417500 Email: [email protected] www.qmc.ac.uk
Creative Digital ProductionBTEC NQF Level 3 National Extended Certificate
Head of Department: James Fraser-MurisonEmail: [email protected]
Fact File• 4 Units in total (3 of which are mandatory units and 2 of which are externally assessed)• Practical tasks through which students will learn professional software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Blender & Unity• Specialised media teachers with industry experience• College trips that include a week in Los Angeles visiting various movie studios and the Harry Potter Studio tour
Specific entry requirementsIn addition to the College’s general entry requirements, it is desirable for applicants to have enthusiasm, a serious interest in a career in the creative industries and a desire to develop both practical and theoretical understanding of the process of producing media texts and products.
Course SummaryThe National Extended Certificate in Creative Digital Production provides a well-rounded introduction to the study of creative digital media production. It is a vocational course 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 YouTube, film, gaming sites and print industries. You will develop a solid grounding in ways to analyse, research, plan and produce media products, and will learn about creating media proposals and pitches for original creative ideas. Additionally, the practical production units will develop your skills in digital asset creation, interface design and animation using a range of professional tools allowing you to create near professional assets bringing your creative ideas to life.
Progression skills and opportunitiesThe qualification provides a coherent introduction to the study of creative digital media production. Students develop an understanding of the media industry through analysing media representations and pitching and producing media projects. It is designed for students who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the media industries, as part of a programme of study alongside other BTEC Nationals or A levels such as Graphics, Film Studies, Computing and ICT.
• Los Angeles trip – Involving the production on ‘new’ cinema and the old studio film system • Harry Potter - working studio/ behind the scenes • Skills for progression – students will develop transferrable skills through written assessments, client based briefs, strict deadlines, independent study, research, time management and presentation.• Opportunities to engage with our local Media Industry links such as Sony and Face TV.
How is the course assessed?The course involves two externally assessed units, one of which will be a formal examination, and practical coursework units. Two of the 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)• Developing a Pre-Production Portfolio• Responding to a Commission (external)• Practical Digital Games Production skills
