The media industry is the world's largest and most vibrant sector with endless job opportunities. The T Level in Media Broadcast and Production is an exciting new programme developed in collaboration with employers and businesses so that the content meets the needs of the Media industry and prepares you for work. This T Level has a distinct focus on developing the knowledge skills and behaviours you need to embark on a successful career within the content creation and production. You will learn the creative skills you need to work in a variety of roles. You will also have the opportunity to develop your technical and practical skills using industry standard equipment and technology. This two-year programme is the equivalent of 3 A Levels and combines classroom learning with on-the-job experience in an industrial placement for a minimum of 315 hours. You will develop a strong set of transferable core skills that will equip you for a career in or to go on to do a higher-level apprenticeship or degree. Students who pass all the elements of their T Level will receive a nationally recognised certificate showing the overall grade achieved and will include the following: An overall pass grade for the T Level shown as pass merit or distinction A separate grade for the occupational specialism shown as pass merit or distinction A separate grade for the core component using A* to E for externally set tests and employer set project. Grades for Maths and English qualifications Details of the industry placement
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Entry Requirements
You will need five GCSEs at grade 5 or above (grade C) including English Language and Maths or equivalent level 2 qualifications. As this is a two-year study programme you must be aged 16 to18 to enrol on this course. Currently T Level courses are only funded for learners who are under the age of 19 at the point of enrolment. You may also be required to undertake an assessment to ensure your suitability ahead of enrolment. If your course requires you to work with young people or vulnerable adults you might be required to successfully secure a DBS certificate for which the college will pay the fee.
Assessment Method
Core component: Paper A written examination Paper B written examination Employer-set project Occupational specialism component: Synoptic assignments
Aims of the course
T Levels are a brand-new vocational qualification designed to give you all of the skills you need for your future. They're a two-year qualification designed in collaboration with employers to bring classroom lessons and work experience together. On this T Level you'll spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% on a work placement to ensure you develop all of the skills and experience that employers are looking for. T Levels are ideal if you have finished your GCSEs and want the knowledge and experience to get straight into employment an apprenticeship or higher education. Equivalent to 3 A Levels this course is underpinned by the legal and regulatory frameworks for the Business sector and will help you develop the competencies and understanding of the Business environment.
Progression Opportunities
Having achieved the equivalent of three A levels you could progress anywhere you want to! On to university to study a higher degree apprenticeship or paid employment. Students can also use this T Level to progress to a related higher-level apprenticeship or course of study at a higher level.
Facilities
College Campus Specialist Training workshops Classroom Employer Set Projects Placement in an IT Industry Setting 80% Classroom 20% Placement
Career Options
Higher Education or Advanced Apprenticeship Employment: This course is ideal for any students wanting a career in the media broadcast and production sector. Career options might include: TV or Film Camera Operator Video Editor Live Sound Engineer TV or Film Sound Technician Stagehand Lighting Technician TV or Film Production Assistant Radio Broadcast Assistant Media Researcher Audio Visual Technician Broadcast Engineer Studio Sound Engineer Operating Broadcast Systems in TV/Radio Outside Broadcast Operation and Outdoor Transmission Audio Production Assistant Broadcast Assistant Production Management Assistant Programme Assistant Runner TV Production Assistant Junior content Assistant Social Media Assistant/Co-ordinator Junior Media Executive Junior Events and Venues Technician Live Events Production Assistant
