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London South Bank University

UCAS Code: 016W | Higher National Certificate - HNC

Entry requirements

64 UCAS Tariff points from A levels

64 UCAS Tariff from an Access to HE Diploma

64 UCAS Tariff points from BTEC

UCAS Tariff

64

About this course

Course option

1year

Full-time | 2025

Subject

Film production

Are you passionate about film? Have you always wanted to know about the creative process of filmmaking? This one-year Level 4 qualification in Film is an advanced, technical qualification co-developed with London South Bank University (LSBU) and employers, delivered in a supportive Technical College environment with contemporary facilities. Gaining this industry-led qualification will not only provide you with a direct route to Higher Education, including direct entry to the second year of London South Bank University’s BA (Hons) Film & TV Practice, it also will further your understanding of the practical and theoretical elements and specialist practices of film, editing and cinematography needed to fast-track your entry into the exciting and fast-moving world of film and its related industries. The course emphasis is on developing a comprehensive understanding of sophisticated digital technologies within television and applying your newly acquired knowledge and skills by working on live briefs from employers, giving you first-hand industry experience. You will also undertake industry related enrichment visits such as to postproduction houses, film and TV sets and tours to enhance your learning experience. Through immersive, project-based working, you will gain professional-level competencies in a range of key areas within film. You will be using industry standard equipment and software in NEW facilities and will have the chance to develop specialisms to further your chosen career or study path. When undertaking practical assessments, you will be supported by industry-professional lecturers to perform to an industry standard, either working within a team or on your own, using your own initiative to research required topics. It does not matter if you have had no experience studying film previously as this course will provide you with the all the knowledge to prepare you to work or study at a media industry standard. Students will be able to access some of London South Bank University’s specialist facilities and benefit from the expertise of the University lecturers via master classes and other activities, whilst studying in small groups in a supportive College environment.

**Why study Creative Media Production?**
You can study this course at the new London South Bank Technical college (LSBTC) in Nine Elms, London’s buzzing Zone 1. This course is designed in partnership with industries in London and your degree will be awarded by London South Bank University. You will be taught in a realistic work environment with access to industry-driven studios. It is hands-on learning, where other students become your co-workers on team-based projects On successful completion of the course, you can gain direct entry into level 5 on the BA (Hons) Film & TV Practice degree at London South Bank University.

Modules

• Creative Media Industries (Core
• Light & Sound (Optional)
• Film & Television (Specialist)
• Film Studies (Specialist)
• Cinematography: camera (Optional)
• Film Practices (Specialist)
• Individual Project (Core)
• Professional Practice (Core)

The Uni

Course location:

London South Bank Technical College (LSBTC) Nine Elms

Department:

Film and Media

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What students say

We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

65%
Film production

How do students rate their degree experience?

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Cinematics and photography

Teaching and learning

79%
Staff make the subject interesting
82%
Staff are good at explaining things
62%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
66%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

41%
Library resources
66%
IT resources
67%
Course specific equipment and facilities
43%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

91%
UK students
9%
International students
57%
Male students
43%
Female students
77%
2:1 or above
10%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

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After graduation

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What are graduates doing after six months?

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Average annual salary
92%
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Employed or in further education
50%
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Employed in a role where degree was essential or beneficial

Top job areas of graduates

40%
Artistic, literary and media occupations
11%
Sales assistants and retail cashiers
7%
Business, finance and related associate professionals

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Cinematics and photography

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