Creative media production
Level 2 BTEC Diploma
One-year, level 2
Media is a broad subject with increasing relevance to contemporary life. This course will provide you with knowledge and skills considered important in the media industries and prepare you for further study in the field. You will learn through a series of practical projects, for which you will be trained in using industry-standard hardware such as Apple macs, digital SLR and digital video cameras, and software such as Photoshop, Flash and Final Cut Pro.
Required qualifications
Successful completion of a broad GCSE or equivalent programme, including two A*–D grades in English language and another relevant subject, plus a good school reference.
What will I study?
The course will focus on:
- TV production
- film and television marketing
- design using software packages such as Photoshop
- advertising, radio and magazine industries.
On the course you will:
- make posters, adverts, trailers
- research current industry practices and visit TV studios and screenings
- work with others and develop your team work proficiency
- complete and individual photojournalism project
- improve your communication skills
- be offered opportunities for work-based learning and work experience.
Method of assessment
Assessment is through practical projects. You will be expected to create a portfolio that will contain work relating to media production and theory.
What will I be able to progress to?
Most students completing the BTEC level 2 diploma in creative media production will progress to the level 3 extended diploma in creative media production, which is equivalent to three A-levels.
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Sia Juana (ex-Royal Docks Community School) achieved a distinction for this course and is now studying level 3 BTEC extended diploma creative media at NewVIc.