UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology Level 2

In a nutshell

This course introduces you to a variety of skills required by the creative industries and will allow you to enhance your creative skillset for your desired creative pathway within media and photography.

This course is for you if...

... You are creative

... You are interested in a career in the media and or photographic industies

... You’re hardworking and self-motivated

What will I be doing?

What will I be doing?

This course is suitable for anyone who wants to work in a creative job involving technology and to progress to a Level 3 course in a related subject area (e.g. creative media, games design, art & design or photography).

You’ll build your understanding and practical abilities in a variety of processes and software and will complete a range of practical assignments. You’ll work independently and as a part of a team for practical assignments.

You’ll have access to the latest PC's, Apple Mac computers and Adobe Creative Cloud software, along with excellent up-to-date facilities.

You will study a total of 8 units:

• Unit 1 Introduction to creative media methods and skills

• Unit 2 Introduction to production techniques in creative media

• Unit 3 Understanding an audience in creative media production

• Unit 4 Contextual research for creative media production

• Unit 5 Exploring audio production and technology

• Unit 6 Exploring visual production and technology

• Unit 7 Exploring interactive media production and technology

• Unit 8 Personal project and presentation in creative media production

You will take no exams, but formal moderation for each assignment will take part three times a year.

You'll be assessed through research and analysis, written work, creative design, use of technology, problem solving, and evaluation. Upon completion, you’ll gain:

• UAL Level 2 Creative Media Production & Technology (Media & Photography)
• Appropriate supporting qualifications to broaden your skill set and meet the needs of industry
• Skills Activities
• Maths and English

What is expected of me?

To enrol, you’ll need a minimum of 4 GCSEs, Grade D or above, to include either Maths/Maths Numeracy or English/Welsh First Language or an appropriate Level 1 Diploma qualification in the relevant vocational area.

You should be able to develop creative ideas and be willing to actively explore a wide range of technological processes. Full commitment to attendance is required, as well as respect for others, enthusiasm for the subject, self-motivation and a passion for the subject. There is also an expectation that you’ll continue your studies and coursework independently during your own time.

What comes next?

A range of Creative Level 3 Extended Diplomas, such as the BTEC Level 3 Creative Media Production, UAL Level 3 Photography.

Successful completion of Level 3 Extended Diploma would allow you to progress to higher education and university courses.

Additional information

At Crosskeys you will be able to study in our state-of-the-art facilities which include:

• A green screen room for recording scenes for film and TV

• Sound rooms for recording music, sound effects and voiceovers

• A dedicated art space for drawing and product creation

• Professional photography studio

• Darkroom facilities

• Use of cameras and other equipment for the duration of your course