BTEC First Diploma in Media
BTEC National Diploma in Film & TV
BTEC National Diploma in Sound/Music
The BTEC National Diplomas and First Diploma in Media provide the knowledge, understanding and skills for learners wishing to enter a career in media or progress to Higher Education. It's the equivalent to three A Levels.
You'll learn about media institutions, the future of the media, television, photography, sound, film, video, graphic design, new media, web, print production, broadcast journalism, music video, DVD authoring, audio techniques, live-band recording, script writing, film directing, professional camera work, both from the practical and theoretical aspects, and how you can fulfill your potential of working in the media.
The majority of our students have gained places at University or jobs in the media industry.
We have a range of professional media equipment including the latest Apple MAC computers, Sony PD170 and Hi Definition Cameras as used by BBC and ITV, Nikon D40 and D60 Professional digital still cameras (DSLRs), AVID and Apple Final Cut video editing software, Pro Tools sound design, Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop and After Effects, new purpose built TV and sound recording studio.
We also have links with outside producers to help students build their media experience.
You will be given assignments designed to achieve clear learning outcomes, which will be then graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction level. Work is applied to specific work related situations or activities, with opportunities for teamwork and in-depth study.
You need to be at least 16 and have 4 GCSE passes at grade A to C (This must include English and Maths) or an equivalent qualification. You need to be highly motivated and highly enthusiastic about the media industry. Mature students will be considered on an individual basis.
If you want to be a film or TV director, sound recordist, cameraperson, journalist, producer, video editor, advertising copywriter, write screenplays, work in music video production, present TV shows - then this is the course for you.
Video Editing
Film & TV Production
Scriptwriting
Interactive Media
Music Video Production
Film Study
Photography
Print Production
DVD Authoring
Broadcast Journalism
The Recording Industry
Soundtrack Production
Speech Package
Sound Editing
Sound Design
Popular Music
Audio Sequencing
Sound Techniques
2009 Spring Field Trip - London, BBC & IMAX.
The Media Team
Left to right - Gillian, Pete, Kirsty, Paul, Nigel, Matt
Gillian McCartney (MA)
Lecturer
Gillian specializes in all aspects of sound design/ production
Telephone: 01481 737500 Ext 8861 email
Peter Root
Lecturer & Course Leader for 1st Diploma in Media
Peter specializes in digital graphics and interactive media.
Tel: 01481 737500 Ext 8862 email
Kirsty Bougourd (Msc)
Lecturer & Course Tutor ND Media Year 1
Kirsty specializes in TV & video production/editing and media theory.
Telephone: 01481 737500 Ext 8864 email
Paul Arnett (MA, PGCE)
Lecturer & Programme Manager for Media
Paul specializes in film and video production.
Tel: 01481 737500
Ext 8852
email
Nigel Edwards
Lecturer
Nigel specializes in media research, new media and advertising.
Telephone: 01481 737500 Ext 8863 email
Left to right - Matt, Charlie, Paul, Nigel
Charlie Towers
Lecturer
Charlie specializes in MAC software, video editing, props and FX.
Telephone: 01481 737500 Ext: 8860 email
Simon Ellis
Media Technician
Simon provides technical support in all aspects of media production.
Telephone: 01481 737500 Ext 8872 email
Matt Elliot - example music video Rob Dougan - Left Me For Dead
2009 End of Year Show
Student Handbooks:
BTEC First Diploma in Media
- pdf handbook
BTEC National Diploma in Film & TV
- pdf handbook
BTEC National Diploma in Sound/Music
- pdf handbook
Sony PD150/170 shooting guide
(BBC)
The operation and functions of the Sony PD 150/170. Includes a tour of the camera and its basic operation; deals with picture functions and lighting, and provides a guide to recording audio successfully.
- pdf shooting guide Sony PD170 Operating instructions
- pdf instructions Nikon D70s - pdf user guide
Nikon D60 User Guide
- pdf user guide Nikon D60 Quickstart Guide
- pdf qs guide
Student Opinions:
"Quite simply, if you want to make films, then do this course.”
Andrea Lilley
”This course is like having xmas every day.”
Samantha Dean
"I love film production this has been the perfect course for me"
Hannah Martel
"This course has changed my life. It has given me a new insight into my career choice".
