Photography and Media

Welcome to our HNC Media Analysis and Production course, where we blend technical skills and theory to prepare you for a dynamic career in the fast-evolving media industry. If you have a genuine interest in media and aspire to make your mark in this exciting field, this course is your gateway.

To apply for this course, you'll need:

• a strong passion for media
• one Higher qualification, preferably in Media, English, or Modern Studies
• alternatively, successful completion of our Film and Broadcast course
• an interview with us
• a sample of your written work, such as a film review

If you don’t have formal qualifications, but have appropriate experience or training, then we’ll also consider you for a place, so please do apply.

During this comprehensive course, you may:

• exploring film theory, covering key concepts, film language, and critical analysis
• examining how film theories apply to new media, such as computer games, digital storytelling, and interactive installations
• diving deep into media analysis, focusing on semiotics, representation, and ideology within media texts
• immersing yourself in video production, from planning and scriptwriting to storyboards, camera operation, production, and editing. You'll produce your short video programmes
• venturing into radio production, where you'll analyse various radio program types and create your short radio programme
• developing photography skills, including camera controls, techniques, composition, and exposure
• mastering the art of producing scripts and storyboards for non-factual TV programmes, working to a brief to create your scripts
• As part of our media community, you may have exciting opportunities, such as working on live projects, contributing to our Annual End of Year Show, and attending our Film Festival, where we showcase the best short films of the year.

Upon successful completion of this course, you may have the opportunity to:

• progress to a degree programme, such as Broadcast Production or Filmmaking and Screenwriting at UWS, or media courses at institutions like Glasgow, Glasgow Caledonian, Stirling, Queen Margaret, or Edinburgh Napier Universities
• launch your career through an apprenticeship in a media organisation, such as the BBC
• explore diverse career options, including Writer, Researcher, Runner, Editorial Assistant, TV/Radio/Film Producer, or Video Content Producer

• develop your passion for media into practical skills and knowledge
• acquire meta skills and transferable abilities that make you versatile in the job market
• join a community of media enthusiasts dedicated to creativity and innovation

You may have the opportunity to be involved in community projects and live briefs.

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