Pearson BTEC HNC in Film & Television Production

General Entry Requirements

The general entry requirements below identify the minimum qualifications needed to apply for the programme. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis on You are required to upload a copy of your qualification certificates to show how you meet the entry requirements for the programme prior to enrolment.  Applications will also require successful completion of the admissions process. 

GCSE/ Level 2 Requirements

GCSE grade C/4 in English Language, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Communication, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification

AND

GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification. (Use if specific GCSE requirement) • GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills- Application of Number, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification. (Use if Ess Skills App Number accepted)

AND

Passes in 4 different subjects (can include English Language and Mathematics and as above), with 1 at GCE Advanced (A) level (grades A-E), and 3 at GCSE level (grades A*-C*/9-4), or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

Course Entry Requirements

A minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff points including:

GCE A level (A2): Typical grade profile CC [to include Moving Image Arts, or a media related subject)

OR

[RQF] Pearson BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma In Creative Media with overall award profile P

OR

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media with overall award profile MPP

OR

An equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

Accreditation of Prior Learning 

Alternatively, you can provide evidence of your ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process, either through Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).   Further details on APL can be found in the HE Admissions Process section of our website and the HE Accreditation of Prior Learning SOP.

International Students English Language Requirements

International applicants, from Non-Native English speaking countries, must have evidence of English Language Level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages:

• IELTS 6.0 (Academic) (minimum of 5.5 in all skills) 

• PTE Academic 51 (minimum of 46 in each part)

• Or equivalent UKVI-approved English Language Test

For further information please contact our International Department at international@serc.ac.uk

Students are assessed using a range of different methods.

You will be have both formative and summative assessments throughout the programme

These may include coursework, Project Based Learning, presentations, practical activities, role-play, products and case studies. 

This is dependent on the requirements of each unit of study. 

Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.

Successful completion of the HNC Film and television course may provide you with the opportunity to complete a further year leading to the Level 5 HND in Film and Television. Students that successfully complete the HNC and HND programmes can progress to one of the following areas:

Degree related pathways

• BA (Hons) Film and Television
• BA (Hons) Film Studies
• BA (Hons) Film and Media  
• BA (Hons) Film and Television Practice
• BA (Hons) Film Practice

Employment - recent graduates of the HNC course have progressed onto Production Trainee Schemes with Northern Ireland Screen, permanent positions with some of NI's independent production companies as well as freelancing as crew members on a range of Film/Television/Commercial productions. This Higher National programme has been designed to equip students with the knowledge required to thrive in the changing world of work.

Roles may include, but are not limited to: Editor (assistant edit) Camera Operator Data Wrangler Director (Assistant Director) Foley Producer Director of Photography Lighting Camera Crew.

 The HNC course has been designed to provide students with a solid theoretical background to television and film production as well as extensive experience working with professional equipment on live projects throughout the year. The combination of knowledge and skills students acquire on the HNC are all transferable into an industry setting.

The course aims to help students to develop industry connections through a strong programme of masterclasses, workshops and industry visits. The teaching team all work within the media industry in Northern Ireland and can offer advice and support to those seeking employment or further study in the field of creative media production.

Pearson is committed to delivering learning that is rooted in the real world and to develop work-ready graduates with the professional skills and behaviours that employers need.  The course will help learners develop a wide range of skills including, but not limited to:

Technical Skills

Contextual Knowledge

Ideas Generation and Development

Creative Media Knowledge and Skills

Professional Practice

Employability Skills

Critical Thinking

Emotional Intelligence

Entrepreneurship

Leadership

Reflective Practice

Decision Making

Team Working

A kit list will be sent to students once accepted onto the course with specific requirements. 

This involves: A portable hard drive (1TB/2TB) approx. £50 

Closed back earphones (for editing) approx. £30 

In addition there may the opportunity for residential overnight location shoots. 

Students are asked to budget approx. £25 per night for each of these residentials to allow for accommodation and food costs.