Course Summary
The Flexible Creative Industries Programme (Level 4) is designed to develop learners as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the creative industries sector and adapt to a constantly changing world.
This qualification prepares learners who are looking towards a career in Creative Digital Industries.
This flexible and accessible programme offers a choice of standalone modules that meet a range of needs of the contemporary creative industries. This dynamic and rapidly changing sector of the global economy covers a wide range of subjects, including those of art and design and media.
Course Content
This qualification can include the following suite of modules:
• Location Photography
• Studio Photography
• Media Practices Games Design
• Graphic Design Practices
• Typography
The programme has been structured to allow you to pick from modules in semester 1 and or 2.
Introduction to Technical Media Skills.
The aim of this unit is to develop students’ confidence in working with visual digital technology to support the creation of media content. Learners will develop media practices associated with the industry and skills and techniques in using software for visual communication. On successful completion of this unit learners will have skills in basic film and editing.
Course Assessment
You will be assessed through the production of practical work and accompanying written work that will be assessed against a series of module specific criteria.
Materials
Digital equipment including computers, software and cameras will be required for you to join online sessions and be able to conduct independent study.
Qualifications
You will not receive a formal qualification but after successful completion of a module you will be awarded a College Certificate.
Progression
This qualification will lead to employment in the creative industries, benefit self-employment for promotional purposes and will work well alongside the other flexible creative modules available.
Entry Requirements
For entry onto this qualification learners must have GCSE Maths & English and an equivalent Level 3 qualification (A-Level / BTEC) in an associated area of the digital and or creative industries.
Where this isn’t available, we will review a portfolio of work to determine your suitability for the course.
Can I get help with fees?
Funding may be available to support your learning as an adult (aged 19+) studying at Dudley College. Check out the Financial Support guidance for more information.
