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Key Details

  • Available at:
    Bangor (New Campus)
  • Study Mode:
    Full-time
  • Course Length:

    1 year

Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop or Chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.

Course Description

Are you interested in Creative Media?

This programme could be your stepping stone to join the exciting world of media production. You will put the theory into practice by creating video clips, learning how to edit and create animations, and exhibiting your photographic work.

You will also learn how to communicate your ideas, targeting specific audiences, researching the media sector and the job roles within the industry.

As well as fascinating insights into the world of the visual, aural and electronic, you will gain essential training in key practical applications. You will also gain vital knowledge of the media business and its impact in today's world.

Entry Criteria

In order to qualify for this course, you will need at least one of the following:

  • 3 GCSEs at grade D or above, and 1 GCSE at grade E, including English or Welsh 1st Language and Maths, or Entry 3 / Level 1 ESQ in Numeracy and Communication
  • A relevant Level 1 qualification at Pass
  • Relevant industry experience

As part of the application process, you will be asked to attend an interview to give you the opportunity to discuss the course.

Delivery

The programme will be delivered through a blend of the following:

  • Group work
  • Classroom based learning
  • Tutorial support
  • Educational visits
  • MOODLE (virtual learning environment)

Your programme will include a combination of:

  • Essential Skills qualifications and/or
  • GCSE resits
Essential Skills

This may include a combination of Application of Number, Communication, Digital Literacy and Essential Employability Skills

GCSE resits

This may include GCSE Numeracy/Maths and/or Welsh/English Language.

Maths & Welsh/English

If you don't achieve a C or above in Maths and/ or English/Welsh, we will support you to retake these subjects as part of your study programme.

Assessment

The programme will be assessed through a blend of the following:

  • Practical and written assessments/assignments
  • Presentations and demonstrations
  • Portfolios of work
  • 2 exam-based units
  • Technical performance and observation

Progression

You could proceed onto a number of programmes at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, including:

  • Media Production Level 3 (TV and Film)
  • 3D Animation and Games Development Level 3
  • Creative Media Production Level 3

Other details

Course type: Full-time (Further Education)

Level: 2

Programme Area:

  • Media, TV and Film

Bilingual:

n/a

Media, TV and Film

Learn more about this area and see our course level guide:

Media, TV and Film

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