Diploma in Creative iMedia Level 3

Are you studying A Levels and looking to go on to a one year course? Do you want to extend your knowledge further, learn the latest skills and get you some real work experience or perhaps take a gap year before going to university?

Be a part of our TV production company, SpringboardTV, working with industry professionals, and learn all aspects of making television programmes and films which will be shown on the TV channel - www.springboardtv.com!

You will develop a range of skills and techniques, communication, presentation skills, personal qualities and attitudes essential for success in higher education and employment.

Over the year you will gain an excellent insight into the industry and work in our purpose- built TV studio, with industry standard cameras and specialist editing suite. The course involves a 'hands-on' practical approach in learning camera skills, directing, interview techniques and script writing, through 'live' projects, leading to a wide variety of film making. The range of projects that students may be involved in include fictional drama, comedy, science fiction films, corporate videos, documentaries, music videos, magazines and news programmes. You will also learn to analyse moving images, understand how they were produced and learn about how the advertising, television and film industries work.

Past students have been successful in having work selected for the Bradford Film Festival, competing nationally. At the end of the year your work may be selected and shown to a wide audience, at the College of West Anglia Film Festival and 'Oscars' evening. There will be many opportunities to have your work broadcast on the Television Channel.

End Qualification:

OCR Diploma in Creative and Digital Media

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

At least 1 A level or an English, Media or Film Studies qualification. Applications from mature students without formal qualifications are welcomed provided they demonstrate sufficient interest in the subject. Acceptance is based on a successful interview.

Assessment:

The work on the course is project/assignment based and assessment is continuous throughout the course. Each unit will be assessed and awarded with a final grade of pass, merit or distinction.

Progression from this course:

On successful completion of this course you will be equipped to progress on to a BA Degree in practical or theoretical Media, Art, Journalism or other related areas. In addition, to this many previous learners have secured posts in the media industry directly from this course.

Locations:

King's Lynn Campus - PE30 2QW

Duration:

1 Year

Start times:

September 2013

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the general college application form

Course Costs:

All students on full-time courses will need to pay a materials / resources fee. Details will be provided before enrolment. If you are under 19 on 31st August in the year you begin your programme, you will not have to pay tuition or registration fees for your course. For students aged 19 or over, there will be a tuition fee (depends on the course) for each year of the course as well as a registration fee (which includes exam fees). However, many students will be eligible for reduced fees and / or financial support towards the costs. Click here for detailed information. Please contact Student Services if you have further queries.

Students will be required to purchase a recommended starter art kit costing approximately £50. You will be expected to fund visits throughout the course. On location filming is required as part of the course and an annual fee of £10 is charged at the beginning of the course, which usually covers these costs. An optional residential study trip is also planned. Students will be asked to purchase additional necessary items such as DV tapes, mini-discs, audio tapes and standard stationery.

Additional Information:

If you are aged 19 or over, you may be eligible to apply to the college's learner support fund for financial support with the costs associated with your studies. For more details, please click here or contact student services on 01553 815271 (King's Lynn campus) or 01945 582561 (Isle campus) or 01223 860701 (Cambridge campus)