T Level – Creative Media, Broadcast and Production
Entry Requirements: 5 GCSEs at 4 or above, one being English and the other being a Media or IT qualification. You can also be accepted with a transitional level 2 qualification in Media, however English has to be passed at grade 4 or above.
2 Years
Full Time
Theory & Practical
16-18
2 Years
Full Time
Theory & Practical
16-18
Course Info
During the two-year, level 3, course, learning will cover core knowledge and skills that focus on industry standard production processes, creative and technical skillsets that intend to propel you towards a range of media, broadcast and production occupations; you’ll also spend at least nine weeks on a professional industry placement with an employer.
You will learn a range Creative Media techniques, including:
Film
TV studio work
Radio Broadcast
Scriptwriting
Studio Lighting
Directing & Producing
Editing
Photography
Sound
Lighting
Pre-Production, Production and Post-Production.
Teaching staff with industry experience will build the skills you need for The T Level in Media Broadcast and Production which is set out over four content specifications
1. Core Knowledge and skills: The T Level will help students develop understanding in a broad range of core subjects directly related to creative industries including:
The Creative Economy
The individual in the creative industries
Cultural Context and Vocabulary
Audience and Consumer Needs
Legal and Regulatory Requirements
Each core skill covers fundamental knowledge for working in creative industries and will link to the practical Pre-Production stage of each project.
Students will be assessed on this with an Exam at the end of year 1 and the end of Year 2
2. Employer-set project: The employer-set project ensures students have the opportunity to combine core knowledge and Media skills to develop a piece of work in response to an employer-set brief. Providing students with the opportunity to build professional relationships and work within professional environments early on. Undertaking research, communication and developing ideas. Working collaboratively with others and reflective practice are key to successfully completing your set project.
3. Occupational Specialist Content: Specialist content is structured into different occupational specialisms. The specialism available in the Media, Broadcast and Production T- Level is ‘Content Creation and Production’. Where you will learn production workflows and techniques ranging from Photography, Film, TV and Broadcast, alongside post-production editing and output.
4. Industry Placement: Every T- Level includes an industry placement with an employer focused on developing the Practical Media and Technical Skills required for the occupation. The work placement can include 9 weeks placement or a combination of Placement and Live projects working with Clients.
Project based learning is used as the model for teaching, learning and assessment. You’ll spend 80% of your time in the classroom or workshop and 20% on a 45-day placement with an employer to give you the skills and knowledge companies look for.
Course Overview
Details
Start Date: September 2024
Entry Requirements are 5 GCSEs at 5 or above including English and a Media, IT or Art based subject.
Entry by Interview only.
Days: This course runs 4 days a week plus an industry placement
UCAS Points: You will gain the following UCAS points based on your grade: D* = 168, D = 144, M = 120, P (C+) = 96, P (D or E) = 72
Mill Studios, Dean Clough, Halifax
36 Weeks in College
45-day Industry Placement
Course Fees
This course is free for students age 16 – 18.
Assessment Methods
2 x External Exam and an Employment based project.
Example Careers
Studio Sound Engineer
TV or Film Sound Technician
TV or Film Camera Operator
Video Editor
Progression Opportunities
The T Level progression route can be Higher Education, Higher Apprenticeship and Employment.
The Media, Broadcast and Production T Level will give students a route into a variety of careers within the sector including: