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Bangor
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Film and Television Production
- HNC
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- SERC Bangor
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
Why study this course?
This course will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge for a successful career in the film and television industry by exploring and developing a diverse range of skills in Pre-Production, Production and Post-Production. You will complete workshops and practical assignments delivered by industry experienced tutors focussing on key areas of screenwriting, cinematography, editing, sound design, motion graphics, lighting and broadcast resulting in the creation of a digital portfolio of work to enhance future employability and engagement with industry professionals and organisations.
About the course
With our BTEC Higher Nationals in Film and Television we aim to develop students into professional, self-reflective individuals who can meet the demands of employers in the film and television industry and adapt to a constantly evolving world. Through industry linked projects our students will be provided with the core skills required for a range of careers in the TV & Film industry utilising our extensive range of professional equipment, broadcast studio and software.
Students will work in both group and individual projects creating a range of TV and Film productions such as documentaries, fictional films, music videos and promotional content for both broadcast and streaming platforms. 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.
Students will begin by completing a range of practical workshops covering camera, lighting, sound, directing, scriptwriting, editing and VFX before moving into industry structured projects for fictional and factual filmmaking. Students will explore the various production roles whilst developing their skillset which will provide a foundation to progress into their second unit and the opportunity to build upon their creative, technical and contextual knowledge and skill to begin applying them to more complex and professionally oriented outcomes.
How will it make me more employable?
The programme provides students with a solid theoretical background to television and film production as well as experience working with professional equipment on live projects. The combination of knowledge and skills acquired on the HNC are all transferable into an industry setting and include, 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
Where will it take me?
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.
Degree related pathways- Students that successfully complete the HNC and HND programmes can progress to one of the following areas:
• 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.
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
Modules
Level 4 Module A- Process and Practice:
The module is made up of two units as follows:
A1 Concept and Development (85 credits)- This unit is designed to enable the practice and development of underpinning knowledge, understanding and proficiency of creative practice through exploration of the subject area.
A2 Creative Project (35 credits)- This unit is designed to give students the opportunity to consolidate and apply their learning through the production of a portfolio of work related to project outcomes.
For each unit you will be assessed against the following criterion:
• Contextual knowledge
• Ideas generation and development
• Technical knowledge and skill
• Professional practice
• Communication
Assessment method
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.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 0004
- Institution code:
- R01
- Campus name:
- SERC Bangor
- Campus Code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We offer a diverse range of world class courses and study options, and we’re delighted to offer our international students a warm welcome to study at SERC.
For more information visit: https://www.serc.ac.uk/international/students
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - C
Typical grade profile indicated above. Grade profiles equivalent to 32 UCAS tariff points or above, to include Moving Image Arts or a media related subject, will be considered dependent upon subject and Awarding Body entry requirements.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Typical grade profile indicated above. Grade profiles equivalent to 32 UCAS tariff points or above, in Creative Media or a media related subject, will be considered dependent upon subject and Awarding Body entry requirements.
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Scottish Higher profiles equivalent to 32 UCAS tariff points or above, in Creative Media or a media related subject, will be considered dependent upon subject and Awarding Body entry requirements.
Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis on application.
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.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Other
- All applicants must hold 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 Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills- Application of Number, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification 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.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Minimum of 5.5 in all skills |
| PTE Academic | 51 | Minimum of 46 in each part |
All applicants must hold a GCSE grade C/4 in English Language, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills-Communication, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.
Or equivalent UKVI-approved English Language Test For further information please contact our International Department at international@serc.ac.uk
Click here to find out more about becoming an international student at SERC. https://www.serc.ac.uk/international/students
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £3150 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £3150 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £3150 | Year 1 |
| England | £3150 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £3150 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £3150 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £3150 | Year 1 |
| International | £8250 | Year 1 |
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.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
There are a number of sources of financial support available to students. These vary depending upon your course of study. Apply as soon as possible as closing dates vary between funds.
The main types of student finance are tuition fee and maintenance loans, which have to be paid back, and grants and bursaries, which do not have to be paid back.
For more information visit: https://www.serc.ac.uk/support/student-finance/full-time
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