This pathway will enable you to gain a broad range of industry skills. This one-year study programme is aimed at students aged 16-19 who are considering a career in the creative and/or digital industry sectors. It is designed to provide you with a variety of opportunities to learn a range of skills that will enable progression to a Level 2 qualification. You will produce a range of digital products for a specific purpose using a range of industry standard applications and tools.

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  • What you will study

    The Digital Media sector units that you study will be chosen from

    • Creating a Storyboard
    • Designing an interactive presentation
    • Producing an advert
    • Layout design for a Digital Product
    • Creating an Animation
    • Shooting a Short Film
    • Making an Audio Recording
    • Editing and sharing a Media Product The core units you will study are

    • Being Organised
    • Developing a Personal Progression Plan
    • Working with Others
    • Researching a Topic
  • Entry Requirements

    There are no entry requirements but if you don’t have any qualifications you will be asked to take an English and maths test.

  • Assessment

    You will complete a range of unit assignments to produce a portfolio of evidence. A large proportion of your work will be assignment based but you can also expect to complete assessments, presentations and project work. This qualification is assessed via a collection of practical and written based assignments set and marked by your lecturer. Your learning will be assessed using a variety of styles to help you develop a broad range of transferable skills. You may be given opportunities to:

    • Carry out practical tasks
      Present information that you have gathered
    • Keep working logbooks, records and reflective journals
    • Practise english and mathematical skills
    • Take part in oral or written presentations
    • Take part in role play, interviews and other activities. This qualification is internally assessed so there are no exams.
  • Moving Forward

    This course will enable you to progress to a Level 2 course in Digital Media, Information Technology or another industry area. 

  • Duration

    1 Year

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