Broadcast Media and Film Production - Two-year Accelerated Degree
About this course
Graduate faster with this two-year, accelerated degree. This course will prepare you for a career in the broadcast and film industry, by training you in a technical and creative skill sought after in the field. Explore visual storytelling through this media programme, enhanced by seminars with industry leaders, visits to national events and access to cutting-edge equipment and facilities.
This course can provide a route into careers related to broadcasting and creative industries, such as film, television, advertisement, radio and all video production environments. At University Centre Farnborough, you will learn using our on-site TV Studio and Sound Studio, professional filming and lighting equipment and video editing suites.
**COURSE HIGHLIGHTS**
- A route into careers related to film and television direction and production, including lighting, sound and editing
- Gain career insights from many guest speakers and industry professionals through on-campus seminars and workshops
- Discover aspects of moving image productions, through practice from equipment such as film cameras, our TV studio and sound lab
- Experience the full production process of making narrative films, documentaries, television and radio shows
- You will have an opportunity to work on a diverse range of briefs covering film, our television studio and sound studios.
- Taught at University Centre Farnborough, with access to specialised spaces and equipment
**WHY STUDY THIS COURSE WITH US**
On this accelerated degree, you'll have the opportunity to gain a BA (Hons) in Broadcast Media and Film production, over two years. This means you will complete three years' worth of learning in less time, making your time here more challenging and productive. Our students gain great experience in accelerated times, allowing them to enter the industry sooner and with strong confidence in their skills.
Professional Recognition:
Graduates of media from University Centre Farnborough are widely recognised by the industry in terms of their employability, professionalism and ability to cope with the demands of working in creative media industries. Students achieving degrees are employed across a wide range of media sectors at many of the largest and most respected organisations in the UK.
**WHAT MODULES ARE COVERED**
**Year one**
Level 4
- Sight, Sound and Narrative
- Preparing for Production
- Production Skills (Camera and Sound)
- Academic Skills (cross-college)
- Post Production Foundation
- TV (Chat Show) Production
- Radio Production
- Short Film Production
Level 5
- Documentary Production: Investigate Storytelling
- Advanced Post Production
- Sound Design and Foley
**Year Two**
Level 5
- Broadcasting and Film Business
- TV Production: News
- Cinematography and Creative Choice
- Genre Film Production
Level 6
- Preparing for the Major Production: Research Techniques
- Global Media
- TV Production: Light Entertainment
- Professional Investigation of Broadcast Media and Film
- Documentary Production: Portraiture
- Online Streaming Film Production
- Final Major Production
Please note that some of the above units are to be confirmed. Contact us for more information.
**HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?**
A wide range of assessment methods are used in this program, which has been chosen to suit the subject material being taught. The range of assessment methods you will experience will give you the confidence and capability to complete an Honours degree and progress further in your career. Your Tutor will be on hand to provide support during the assessment process and discuss any queries you may have. The range of assessment methods used in this program includes:
- Assessed practical work
- Assessed Coursework/assignments
- Practical Examination
- Project Report
- Project presentation
- Formative assessment through assignment word feedback
Modules
**Level 4**
Sight, Sound and Narrative
Production Skills 1 (Camera and Sound)
Academic Skills
Post Production 1
TV Production 1
Radio Production 1
Film Production 1
Short Film Production
**Level 5**
Critical Ideas in Narrative and Style
Media Business
Production Skills 2 (Cinematography and Sound Design)
Post Production 2
TV Production 2
Radio Production 2
Film Production 2
Promotional Music Video
**Level 6**
Final Major Production
Global Media
TV Production 3
Radio Production 3
Film Production 3
Critical Analysis of Broadcast and Film
Assessment methods
A wide range of assessment methods are used in this programme, which have been chosen to suit the subject material being taught. The range of assessment methods you will experience will give you the confidence and capability to complete an Honours degree and progress further in your career. Your Tutor will be on hand to provide support during the assessment process and discuss any queries you may have. The range of assessment methods used in this programme includes:
• Assessed practical work
• Assessed coursework/assignments
• Formal examination
• Practical examination
• Project report
• Project presentation
• Formative assessment through assignment work feedback
Professional Recognition
Graduates of media from University Centre Farnborough are widely recognised by industry in terms of their employability, professionalism and ability to cope with the demands of working in the creative media industries. Students achieving degrees are employed across a wide range of media sectors at many of the largest and most respected organisations in the UK
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