Media, Broadcast & Production - T Level Level 3

The UK's Media, Broadcast and Production Sector is a fast-moving and creative industry that plays a big role in how we share stories, news and entertainment. From TV and film to online videos and podcasts, the demand for content is growing across digital platforms. This has opened exciting opportunities for people with skills in filming, editing, sound and production.

As technology evolves, so do the ways we create and consume media, making this a sector with a wide range of career paths for creative and technical minds alike.

The entry requirements for this course are:

• 4 GCSEs at Grade 9 to 4 or equivalent including English and maths* and, ideally, Merit in a relevant Level 2 qualification.
• Evidence of minimum 75%+ attendance at previous place of study.

You will be required to attend an informal interview which may include completing an assessment based on your prior qualifications.

*Consideration may be given if only one (English or maths) is achieved, depending on other subject grades. You will be expected to achieve Grade 9-4 in the other subject (English or maths) before completing the T Level. This will form part of the interview and assessment process.

This course consists of the following modules:

Core Content:

All students will develop a general understanding of:

• The creative economy
• The individual in the Creative Industries
• Cultural context and vocabulary
• Audience and consumer needs
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Professional standards and conduct in the workplace
• Equality, diversity and inclusion requirements
• Research skills
• Project methodology and administration
• Continued Professional Development (CPD)

Specialism Content:

• Research
• Content creation using sound and visual effects
• Postproduction editing

Industry Placement: 

All students must complete a minimum of 9 weeks working with an employer(s) on an industry placement.

You will be assessed using a range of methods including:

• Mandatory written exams
• Observation
• Syntomic Assignments
• Industry placement and journal
• Employer set projects
• Witness testimony
• Personal statements

To further enhance your progression you will have opportunities to take part in trips and visits, such as to Samsung KX immersive events.

You will have access to key employers that will deliver guest lectures to build your industry knowledge, including those from Mediorite Film Production and Future Film Focus.

You must complete 9 weeks of an external industry placement which is an essential part of the programme.

The completion of this course will allow you to progress onto:

• Higher National Diploma
• Higher Level Apprenticeship
• University degree

Waltham Forest College is a vibrant and aspirational college and will support you to reach your career aspirations. Last year 96% of Study Programme learners progressed onto a positive destination either to higher levels of study, employment, or an Apprenticeship.