Course information
Multimedia
The Sixth Form College Farnborough - Hampshire
01252688200
Prospect Avenue, Farnborough, GU14 8JX
Course summary

Are you creative? Are you interested in media products and how they are produced? Would you like the opportunity to create your own media texts? If so, then the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Digital Media could be for you. The Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Digital Media is aimed at people who enjoy learning about the media, as well as creating media products. The course has been designed to provide a high quality alternative to A levels, and is industry and university-recognised. You will develop creative and academic skills, knowledge and understanding of the media industry, together with the processes, values, and job roles involved. The aims of the course are to: • develop theoretical and technical knowledge; • develop key skills required in the production of media texts; • develop professional and social skills through interaction with performers, clients and peers; • encourage creativity through the design and production of media products. Over the two years, you will complete six units. Two of these units are external assessments, whilst the other four are internally assessed through the completion of practical projects. The six units are diverse and will develop a range of skills in the creation of products, including social media marketing and advertising. 50% of assessment is through coursework, so will require you to have the ability to meet deadlines. From the outset, you are assessed at A level standard, so expectations are high; but you will receive excellent support from both teaching and technical support staff.

Entry requirements

• You should have at least a grade 4 in GCSE English language and GCSE English literature. • A grade 4 or above in GCSE media would be advantageous, but having studied media at GCSE is not essential. Alternatively, a Level 2 merit or above in a vocational media course would be advantageous, but having studied vocational media is not essential to studying this course. • There is no specific GCSE maths requirement to study this course.

How you'll be assessed

The Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Digital Media is a two-year course and is equivalent in size to one A level. Examination: 50% Coursework: 50% In year one, you will complete three units: • Products and Audiences (June exam) • A Moving Image Production • Scripting for Media Products In year two, you will complete three units: • Pre-production and Planning (January exam) • Advertising Media • Plan and Deliver a Pitch for a Media Product Each unit will be awarded with a number of credits, leading to a Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction* overall.

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About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityHampshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressProspect Avenue, Farnborough, GU14 8JX