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Where will this course lead?

This course offers?a practical based awareness of the?skills, knowledge and understanding to progress onto study media production or related courses?in more depth and detail. You will be supported to produce a portfolio of work that reflects your skills and interests that could support progression to?Level 3 such as UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology.? 

What will I study?

This is an ideal course if you recently left school and wish to learn more about creative media production and are interested in making and studying through a practical approach. You will develop skills in video, audio and photography whilst considering media areas such as film, television, journalism, and radio. You will cover the foundation skills needed for developing, researching, making and evaluating a range of different types of media.? You will develop a portfolio that showcases your knowledge and skills.?? 

Examples of projects you will be studying on the Level 2 Media course are:? 

  • Introductory Media Skills? 

  • Introduction to?Video?Production? 

  • Photography? 

  • Podcast Production? 

  • Live Television Production 

  • Self-directed Project? 

How will this course be delivered?

The course will be delivered on site, through workshops, seminars,?and?practical demonstrations over an academic year. This is supported with the opportunity to attend educational visits such as cinema, gallery, and studio visits. You will be expected to undertake research, production, and other project work outside of class time, and you will have access to the appropriate,?professional?equipment to complete your projects.?Cameras, tripods, audio recorders, edit suites and TV and Radio Studios are all provided.?? 

What qualifications will I get?

On the completion of this course?you will achieve a UAL L2?Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology.? 

How will I be assessed?

All units will be internally assessed and internally verified through student's portfolios of evidence and are subject to UAL Awarding body's external quality assurance.?There are no exams on this course.? 

How do I get a place on the course?

Places on the course are offered by interview initially.?During the interview you should be prepared to discuss your passion for?filmmaking?and?media production and your interest in?learning more about this exciting industry and art form, and where you hope your study might take you.? 

You will be expected to bring a short example of your previous creative work with you to discuss during your interview, this might be a photographic series, short video, or animation.? 

What are the entry requirements?

To apply for a place on this highly popular course, you need to hold at least 4 GCSEs including English and Maths at a grade 'D/3' or above. You should have an interest in the Media, be able to work in a team as well as stick to tight deadlines and schedules.? 

A Media Studies GCSE is preferable, but it is not essential, although some previous media experience?would be useful?and enthusiasm for the subject is?a must.?? 

You will need to bring evidence of your original certificates at Induction.

What else do I need to know?

If you have a Learning Difficulty or?Disability?please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your?application?we can help with this too.? 

What can I do after this course?

Initial progression would typically be to study?Level 3?UAL?Diploma?Creative Media Production and Technology?or related subject.? 

Location

Blossomfield Campus

Start Date

Sept-2025

Day

Various

Time

TBC

Course Fee

N/A For 16 to 18 Year Olds

Course Code

MEBAF093BCF0

Study Mode

Full Time

Media Researcher

Media researchers support television, radio and documentary producers by finding out details of show contributors, locations and background information.

What’s Involved?

Media Researchers liaise with production team to generate and develop ideas for film, television and radio programmes. They research sources for accurate factual material, find suitable contributors to programmes or print features and deal with any copyright issues. They provide administrative support for programme development such as booking facilities. They present findings in the required format, via written reports or presentations. They also research images for clients in a wide range of media using specialist picture libraries and archives, museums, galleries etc., or commissions new images. They liaise with clients on the appropriate image/s to be used. They deal with copyright issues and negotiates fees.

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680
NATIONAL AVERAGE

Employment by Region

The career paths provided are to give you an idea of the careers that you could progress onto in the future. However, for some, you may need to complete higher level qualifications and gain experience before your dream job becomes a reality. The information provided is to support further research and to generate some initial career ideas when choosing a course. Please check entry requirements to degree courses, apprenticeships, and jobs as this may vary from year to year and across providers. For further advice and guidance, please contact: careers@solihull.ac.uk.