University Centre Farnborough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
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
- 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
- Documentary Production: Investigate Storytelling
- Advanced Post Production
- Sound Design and Foley
- Broadcasting and Film Business
- TV Production: News
- Cinematography and Creative Choice
- Genre Film Production
- 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
- 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 method
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
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- BPF1
- Institution code:
- F66
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9000 | Year 1 |
| EU | £9000 | Year 1 |
| International | £13000 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University Centre Farnborough
Boundary Road
Farnborough
GU14 6SB