BTEC First Diploma in Media
Course duration: 1 year
Coursework: 100%
Contact teacher: Mr Morris
What is the Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Media?
The qualification will give you the knowledge, understanding and competency needed when considering entering employment in the media industry. You will be provided with insight into the various employment opportunities available in the sector, and have the opportunity to develop the fundamental skills underlying all media production. The course consists of three core units plus four specialist units. The core units are:
- Introduction to Media Industries
- Research for Media Production
- Introduction to Media Audiences and Products
The structure of the course allows you to develop your existing interests, at the same time as gaining a broad foundation and being introduced to new areas such as video production, animation techniques or photography techniques. Specialist units will be decided once we know the interests of the students in the group.
What opportunities will I have at the end of the course?
A BTEC First Diploma is equivalent to 4 GCSEs graded A*-C. If you achieve an overall pass grade or better in the BTEC First Diploma in Media then you could consider a Level 3 BTEC in Media, or alternatively you may wish to consider an A level in Media. Some students may wish to go onto employment or apprenticeships within the media or entertainment industry. Following completion of the BTEC First Diploma in Media, successful candidates would be able to enter initial employment, at a junior level, in such areas as TV/film camera operator, TV/film runner or computer games design.