Course summary
This Foundation Degree is the perfect gateway to employment in an exciting and vibrant industry, studying in the heart of a region that has recently seen significant investment in the media industry and is arguably now the country's key creative hub outside of London. We offer a hands-on exploration of digital media production in the fields of video, audio, graphics, multimedia and television, combining knowledge of technical systems and processes with an awareness of industry practice. Through engaging briefs, and with the support of enthusiastic lecturers, you will develop the skills to help you become a flexible and multi-disciplined media practitioner, ready to launch your own career in media production.
Modules
Year 1: Video Production, Basic Media Production, Computer Graphics, Creative and Technical Development, Interactive Media Production. Year 2: Professional Practice, Video Production and Technology, Sound Design and Production, Video Post-Production, (Optional Module) Graphic Communication, (Optional Module) Radio Production.
Assessment method
A variety of practical-based assessment will be used, including a personal and professional development portfolio, record logs, presentations and pitches to 'clients', short essays/written records, group and individual projects, and product creation and production.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- P310
- Institution code:
- S51
- Campus name:
- University Centre St Helens
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If you are a non-EU/EEA/Swiss national, you may need to apply for a Tier 4 visa in order to enter and study in the UK. However, please note that University Centre St Helens does not hold a Tier 4 Sponsor Licence to support student visa applications.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 21 credits M: 3 credits P: 21 credits
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £8750 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8750 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8750 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8750 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please visit the University Centre St Helens' website for any potential additional costs associated with this degree.
Provider information
University Centre St Helens
Town Centre Campus
Water Street
St Helens
WA10 1PP
Course contact details
University Centre St Helens Website