Foundation Degree (FdA) Broadcast Media
Awarded by the University of Brighton
Summary
- Practical broadcast media course
- Delivered at University Centre Hastings
- Experienced broadcast media professionals take the course
- Avid accredited
- Excellent industry-standard facilities
Media production matters - billions of people around the world watch or listen to television, films and radio every day. An exciting industry delivers this, making sure that programmes and broadcasts are of the highest quality in content, vision and sound.
This practical course, run at University Centre Hastings, will give you a solid base to build a career in broadcast media, be it television, radio and film or audio-visual internet content. You will learn how to apply the latest technology such as digital filming and editing, as well as gaining the essential skills of script writing, interviewing, editing and professional practice.
You will be taught experienced broadcast media professionals. They work as producers, directors, scriptwriters, directors of photography, presenters and editors in radio, film and television.
Professional accreditation
The course has been designed in collaboration with media industry practitioners,and is seeking accreditation from appropriate professional bodies within the media industry. The University of Brighton is an Avid academic partner.
Course structure
The course is delivered at University Centre Hastings. The emphasis throughout is on developing practical skills for work in the media sector, and students have the opportunity to learn from, and work with, media professionals.
A number of experienced broadcast media professionals contribute to the course. They work as producers, directors, script writers, directors of photography, presenters and editors in radio, film and television. Their recent credits include Casualty, Clocking Off, The Bill, Touching Evil, Bremner, Bird and Fortune, No Angels and Foyles War. Teaching combines formal lectures, practical workshops and presentations.
Areas of study
Modules contain a large element of practical, hands-on experience using high-end media equipment. The course is equipped with industry-standard high definition field kits, Avid editing suites with Pro Tools audio editing and Solid State Audio recorders. You will also receive the necessary training in industry software packages such as Final Draft for scripting, and Movie Magic for scheduling and budgeting.
The course is delivered through lectures, hands-on workshops, seminars and screenings, and industry professional masterclasses, and is assessed through practical and written coursework.
BA (HONS) Broadcast Media Year 3 Top-up
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Syllabus
Year 1
Documentary Production
Radio Features Production
Media History and Analysis
Writing for Film, TV and Radio
Multi Camera Studio Production
Drama Production
Year 2
OB Production
Live Radio Production
Editing and Post Production
Visual Methodologies
Professional Practice and Development
Final project
Career and progression opportunities
Graduates will be qualified to find work in a range of media occupations including television, radio, film and new media. Graduates wishing to take their studies further may be able to progress to the one-year Broadcast Media top-up degree.
Key facts
UCAS code P310 (campus code U)
Duration
Full-time: 2 years
Part-time: 4 years
Location University Centre Hastings
Typical entry requirements
Individual offers may vary. University Centre Hastings welcomes applications from students aged 21 and over who may not have formal qualifications but who can demonstrate appropriate experience and potential at interview.
UCAS tariff:
160 points, from a minimum of one 12-unit or two 6-unit qualifications. Level 3 Key Skills will count towards the tariff score. General Studies will count towards the tariff score.
International Baccalaureate:
24 points; specified subjects.
QAA-approved access course:
pass.
GCSE (minimum grade C):
at least 3 subjects including English language and mathematics or a science.
For non-native speakers of English:
IELTS 6.0 in writing, 6.0 overall.
Find out more
Telephone 08456 020607
International +44 8456 020607
Email: information@uch.ac.uk
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