PME School of Media : Media and Communication - HND

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Media and Communication - HND

Summary
  • Campus
  • Birmingham Metropolitan College
  • Tariff
  • 120 points but please note offers will be made in terms of grades. BTEC National Diploma - MPP; BTEC National Certificate - MM; Experience only or non-standard qualifications will be considered on individual basis (interview and work required)
  • Duration
  • Full-time: 2 years

Overview

This Media and Communication HND course is intended to establish skills and knowledge in a range of media as a basis for further study or employment in some aspect of the media and communication industries. The course covers production, theoretical and professional aspects of media study.

Course Outline

Course Structure

The HND Media and Communication course consists of five modules:

  • Broadcast Production
  • Publication Production
  • History and Structure of the Media
  • Media Texts and Cultural Contexts
  • Professional Studies

The production side introduces and develops skills in television and video production, radio presentation and production, photography, desktop publishing, journalism and multimedia production.

Assessments

Most modules are assessed through written and production assignments, and there are module-end tests in theory subjects.

Placements

The Professional Studies element of the course involves work with media organisations and students have to spend two weeks in a media production business.

After your studies

Employment Opportunities

Journalism, press and public relations, video and television production and presentation, radio presentation, publishing, photography, and progression on to degree courses.

Entry Requirements & Applications

Entry Requirements

A good portfolio, plus one of the following:

  • 120 tariff points
  • BTEC National Diploma with 2 merits or distinctions
  • Level 3 Diploma in Foundation Studies (Art and Design)
  • An International Baccalaureate with 24 points
  • An equivalent qualification or experience

Enquiries

If you are from the UK or EU please enquire using the Course Enquiry Form or contact +44 (0)121 331 5595.

If you are from outside the EU please use the International Enquiry Form or contact +44 (0)121 331 6714.

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