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Level 3 Multimedia Journalism

at Northampton College, Northampton · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2024see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Traditional, modern print and broadcast journalism methods, digital/online research techniques, interview/communication skills, and projects involving clients/real-life work situations. Develops understanding of the media industries and the practical techniques required to work in the media environment, specialising in journalism/public relations; a fast paced world that requires employees to be innovative, creative and knowledgeable. Journalism and public relations, developing skills in sound/television, print layout, interviewing/writing. Tasks will become more challenging; engaging and unlocking your creativity. Taught through a range of approaches designed to develop technical skills for practical applications/real vocational experience or support with progression to university. Develop knowledge, as well as gaining transferable skills including research techniques, presentations/pitches, projects and problem based scenarios and teamwork skills. Practical workshop sessions in TV studio, media editing suites, radio and sound rooms. Classroom-based theory - supported by IT and computer-based research, real-world media industry situations (including live broadcasts, video editing sessions, production company meetings) and educational visits to industry trade fairs and other events and work experience. The opportunity to further your aspirations by progressing on to university or into the work place. •Introduction to media processes/technical skills •Introduction to design/re

What you need to get on

Four GCSEs at Grade 4-5/C or above including English Language or a Level 2 Diploma in Media with English Language and Maths (GCSE at Grade 3/D or Functional Skills Level 1)

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE

    Main Campus Booth Lane, NORTHAMPTON, NN3 3RF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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