Course Information
Start your journey into the dynamic world of film and television with this Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Film & Television. Designed for aspiring creatives, this one-year vocational course provides the perfect foundation for a career in the industry or progression to higher-level study. Successful completion allows you to move onto the HND and then ‘top-up’ to a full bachelor’s degree in Creative Media Technologies with our partner, the University of Portsmouth.
Set against current and emerging trends, the course combines theory and hands-on practice across all stages of production — from concept development and scriptwriting to filming, editing, and post-production. You’ll explore factual and fictional content through film, documentary, drama, and wider moving image entertainment.
Practical experience is at the heart of the programme. You’ll work on location and in our state-of-the-art facilities, including a green screen virtual production environment and a fully equipped TV studio with LED wall technology. Alongside technical skills, you’ll develop creative and professional expertise in single and multi-camera productions, VFX, cinematography, and editing.
Modules (Themes)
Year One (HNC)
Cinematography
Film & Television Practices
Television Broadcasting
Factual Programming
Career Development
Year Two (HND progression)
Virtual Studio Production
Advanced Film & Television Practices
Advanced Editing & VFX
Moving Image Production
Advanced Career Development
Key Features
Progression route to HND and then a full degree with the University of Portsmouth.
Hands-on experience using professional equipment and software.
Work on live assignment briefs to build real-world skills and industry connections.
Access to cutting-edge facilities, including green screen virtual production and LED wall studio.
Small group sizes for personalised support and high success rates.
Celebrate your achievement at a graduation ceremony.
The HND Creative Multimedia with Journalism course comprises of 15 modules and they are:
Year One
• Individual Project
• Creative Media Industry
• Interview and Presentation Techniques
• Radio production
• Journalism & Society
• Digital page Production
• Journalism Practices
• Professional Practice
Year Two
• Collaborative Project
• Narrative
• Film Criticism
• Scriptwriting for Film & Television
• Advanced Editing for TV & Film
• Personal, Professional Development
• Advanced Journalism Studies
You will be assessed through portfolio based course work and work experience. You will be able to select a method of recording creative development to suit your needs, usually in the form of digital or traditional sketchbook.
Some outcomes may be assessed through professional pitch.
You will be taught in a nurturing environment with lots of expert support from our experienced and industry qualified tutors. They will teach you through a blend of lectures, guest speakers, seminars, case studies as well as individual and group work.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Chichester College Group (inc Brinsbury, Chichester, Crawley, Northbrook & Worthing Colleges) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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What does this TEF outcome mean?
The following entry points are available for this course:
Mature students would be considered without academic qualifications if they can demonstrate a strong creative portfolio or industry experience. All students need to show at interview the desire to succeed in a demanding and ever changing creative industry.
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 | No factor below 5.5 for reading and writing. For those resident in the UK who have suitable work experience, a college English test is available to show competency in English. |
| Institution's Own Test | As part of your interview, you may be asked to prepare/complete a written assessment. |
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £6800* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6800* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6800* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6800* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Westgate Fields
Chichester
PO19 1SB
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At Chichester College Group (inc Brinsbury, Chichester, Crawley, Northbrook & Worthing Colleges)
