Start Date
- September 2025, Full Time, Day
What You Will Study
The qualification is designed for post-16 learners who want to study media related degree courses in Higher Education. Learners gain knowledge and understanding of creative digital media production and develop an understanding of how to work within the media industries. Over the 2-year course, learners develop the underpinning knowledge and skills needed for a future career in the media sector.
Learners investigate the media industry, exploring how it is influenced by technology and audiences. They develop research skills through their investigations and study how to analyse and deconstruct media representations and develop the communication and planning skills that allow ideas to be produced.
Central to all of this is a practical production component. Learners will explore a wide range of production areas including Film Editing, Short Film, Documentary, Advertising, Photography, Radio Drama, Multi-Media Campaigns and Promotional Videos. Learners will leave the course with a sophisticated understanding of creative practical production techniques and the critical theory which underpins all aspects of the industry.
Why Choose Paston College?
Excellent progression
100% of our students progress to university, employment, apprenticeships, or gap years
Developed with employers
Our career focused courses have been developed with employers, to ensure you'll be equipped with the skills needed for the modern workplace
Learning opportunities
To enhance your studies, we offer a variety of opportunities for you to meet new people, and enhance your UCAS personal statement or CV by getting involved in something rewarding
Entry Requirements
Achieve at least 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, one of which must include English Language or Maths GCSE Grade 4. You should also attend an interview with a reference and the Paston Intro Day.
How You Will Be Assessed
Equivalent in size to three A Levels.
Each unit that you study will be assessed, either internally or externally to give you a points score. This score is totalled up to give you a final grade at the end of the course of Pass, Merit or Distinction. We will carefully track your progress throughout the year to ensure that you are meeting targets and fulfilling your potential.
Course Progression
You may wish, like many of our students, to continue your study of media and can do so locally, with Norwich University of the Arts and the UEA or further afield at institutions such as Bournemouth, Greenwich, Goldsmiths, Leeds or Westminster.
Fees
If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 and over fees may be payable.
