You will be assessed on your practical work and coursework.
This course starts in September 2024 and will be completed in two years.
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Film and Television, Creative Media Production and Technology
The creative industries film and TV sector is an exciting place to be, producing around 200 feature films each year generating 16.4% of global box office revenue. From indie TV classics like ‘This is England’ to worldwide franchises like Harry Potter.
This course is for you if you are a budding film maker and want to develop high levels of creative and practical, organisational and analytical skills making professional standard films, television programmes, music videos and online content.
You will develop theoretical knowledge in codes and conventions and audience demographics research, giving you the underpinning knowledge to plan, film and edit digital short films, live TV programmes and outside broadcasts. This course is ideal for you if you are interested in roles like director, producer and camera operator.
You will gain an understanding of how the industry works, learning theoretically about audience demographics, codes and conventions. You will learn the latest techniques for producing exciting film and TV content, with access to purpose built single and multi-camera facilities within the College.
You will develop skills in editing, writing, camera operating and directing as you undertake a range of roles. Throughout the course you will use your imagination to write, plan and produce media in a range of genres from documentaries to short films all whilst working collaboratively in production teams.
As part of your course you will study the following units:
You will be assessed on your practical work and coursework.
All equipment will be provided.
Old Mill Lane campus
Church Street
Barnsley
S70 2AX
This course can form the foundations for future study and work in this industry.
After successful completion of this course you could progress onto a Higher Education programme in the Creative Industries.
See what careers are available in the Media sector. Use our online careers tool, Career Coach, to find out what your next steps could be.
Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about further education?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’
This course may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan. Contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk. about eligibility and how to apply. You can also visit the Advanced Learner Loan page.
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
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