Course summary

Are you passionate about TV? Have you always wanted to know about the creative process of television? This one-year Level 4 qualification in Television is an advanced, technical qualification co-developed with London South Bank University (LSBU) and employers, delivered in a supportive Technical College environment with contemporary facilities. Gaining this industry-led qualification will not only provide you with a direct route to Higher Education, including direct entry to the second year of some of London South Bank University’s Bachelor’s degrees, it also will further your understanding of the practical and theoretical elements and specialist practices of television, editing and audio needed to fast-track your entry into the exciting and fast-moving world of television and its related industries. The course emphasis is on developing a comprehensive understanding of sophisticated digital technologies within television and applying your newly acquired knowledge and skills by working on live briefs from employers, giving you first-hand industry experience. You will also undertake industry related enrichment visits such as to postproduction houses, film and TV sets and tours to enhance your learning experience. Through immersive, project-based working, you will gain professional-level competencies in a range of key areas within TV. You will be using industry standard equipment and software in NEW facilities and will have the chance to develop specialisms to further your chosen career or study path. When undertaking practical assessments, you will be supported by industry-professional lecturers to perform to an industry standard, either working within a team or on your own, using your own initiative to research required topics. It does not matter if you have had no experience studying television previously as this course will provide you with the all the knowledge to prepare you to work or study at a media industry standard. Students will be able to access some of London South Bank University’s specialist facilities and benefit from the expertise of the University lecturers via master classes and other activities, whilst studying in small groups in a supportive College environment. Why study Creative Media Production? You can study this course at the new London South Bank Technical college (LSBTC) in Nine Elms, London’s buzzing Zone 1. This course is designed in partnership with industries in London and your degree will be awarded by London South Bank University. You will be taught in a realistic work environment with access to industry-driven studios. It is hands-on learning, where other students become your co-workers on team-based projects On successful completion of the course, you can gain direct entry at level 5 on the BA (Hons) Film & TV Practice at London South Bank University.