T Level in Media: Broadcast and Production

You will need 4 GCSE's at grade 4-9 including English.

The course combines engaging classroom instruction with practical, hands-on experiences, ensuring you grasp the core and specialist knowledge needed for the media industry. Your skills will be honed through a mix of projects, teamwork, and a significant industry placement, giving you a taste of real-world challenges. Assessment is through exams, projects, and an employer-set project, designed to evaluate your understanding and readiness for the dynamic media sector. Prepare to unleash your creativity and turn your media dreams into reality!

GCSE Maths and English are vital stepping stones for your academic and professional journey. Achieving a good grade in these subjects not only fulfills most college entry requirements but also equips you with essential skills critical in almost every field. Whether you're calculating percentages in business, crafting compelling arguments, or simply managing daily tasks, these core subjects enhance your problem-solving and communication abilities, setting a solid foundation for your future studies and career success. Start your college course with confidence by securing these key qualifications!

Our T-Level courses combine classroom learning with hands-on industry experience, providing you with the skills and knowledge highly valued by employers. You'll spend 80% of your time on academic studies and 20% on a 45-day work placement, totalling over 315 hours of practical exposure. This balance ensures a comprehensive understanding of your field and enhances your professional skills.

You can arrange your own placement or use our student placement team's expertise. This mandatory component prepares you for real career challenges and opportunities as you transition from student to professional.

At Sunderland College our commitment to your future goes beyond the classroom. We are dedicated to providing you with real-world experiences and industry insights that will prepare you not just to enter, but to excel in your chosen field. Here’s how we connect you with the industry:

• Placement Opportunities: Dive into your future career with our hands-on placement opportunities. These are not just work experiences, but gateways to potential employment and invaluable learning. They’re a core part of our courses, offering you a chance to apply academic theories in real-world scenarios.
• Networking Events: Build your professional network early. Our placement and careers fairs are your chance to meet and impress potential employers. These events are designed to help you forge significant industry connections that can enhance your career prospects. Attend talks, engage in discussions, and explore apprenticeship opportunities with employers who are eager to meet fresh talent.
• Expert Insights: Stay ahead of the curve with talks from specialist speakers. These industry leaders share the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the field, giving you the inside track on what to expect and how to thrive.
• Skills Competitions: Showcase your abilities in our exciting skills competitions. Held throughout the academic year, these competitions are not just about winning – they are about learning, growing, and pushing your limits. They offer a fun, competitive environment to enhance what you learn in class and develop essential industry skills.

The specialist aim for this course is content creation and production and will take place in our new specialist media building, which will include a purpose-built newsroom, film studio and radio studio. This course will give you well rounded skills that are essential in the media industry and will offer you many opportunities to develop your specialist interests.

The Creative Economy: Discover the vibrant world of media and how it contributes to our culture and economy. Get ready to explore different career paths and understand the impact of your creativity.

Media Production Techniques: Discover the secrets of creating compelling content. From scripting to shooting, learn the techniques that bring stories to life.

Digital Landscapes: Navigate the ever-changing digital world. Understand social media, streaming platforms, and digital marketing to make your mark online.

Storytelling and Content Creation: Unleash your imagination. Learn how to craft engaging stories and develop content that resonates with audiences across different platforms.

Industry Software and Tech: Become a tech whiz. Get hands-on with the latest media software and technology that will transform your creative ideas into reality.

Professional Skills and Ethics: Build your professional toolkit. Learn about teamwork, communication, and the ethical considerations of working in the media industry.

For more information on T Levels, please visit:
https://www.tlevels.gov.uk/
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/introduction-of-t-levels/introduction-of-t-levels