Assessment Methods
All units on this course are assessed internally and there are no external exams or tests. We use a range of assessment methods including practical activities, tutor observations, written reports, and verbal or video presentations.
You will keep an online journal to document the process and the development of your project work. You will be monitored as you work and given regular feedback and guidance. Assignments are challenging yet flexible, allowing you to try out your ideas and develop new skills.
Progression Options
Many of our students progress on to higher education and degree courses in areas such as Film and TV Production, Virtual Production VFX, Media Communications, Animation, Journalism and Game Design.
Students also move into work using the skills developed on this course. These skills are highly transferable and suitable for employment across a wide range of areas such as marketing and communication, game development, community radio, youth work, teaching, project management, commercial photography, independent film production, social media content, research, and small business startups.
Entry Requirements
You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, or a Merit grade in Level 2 Creative Media or equivalent Level 2 course that includes English Language.
Ideally, you will also have studied a creative subject. Entry is subject to a successful interview. During the interview, you may be asked to tell us about something you have created yourself.
All students will need to purchase a 1TB SSD hard drive to store project work and will need access to a computer at home to complete homework/assignment work.
We have all the equipment and software needed at College, however, we recommend that students bring their own headphones and have access to video and audio editing software at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can apply directly on any of the UCS College Group websites, whether you wish to study at Bridgwater College, Cannington College, Strode College, or Taunton College. Simply use our “Find a Course” feature and follow the on-screen instructions – be sure to have your important information to hand.
We aim to offer a careers service that is accessible to everyone. We will seek to equip all our students with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to operate confidently, effectively, and independently in life and work. All students have the opportunity to meet with a Careers Advisor for 1:1 career support.
The Student Experience Team can mentor and signpost students who are struggling with a range of issues that are negatively impacting their day-to-day life. The Student Experience Team works closely with the Safeguarding & Lifestyle Teams to promote proactive wellbeing enrichment sessions. The team can refer on to counselling when appropriate.
We provide top-quality workshops and teaching areas across our Colleges for subjects such as art, design and media, hair and beauty, catering, automotive engineering and construction. You can review our campus facilities by navigating to the “College Life” section of our websites.
For us, the success of our students always comes first. By investing in our built environment, we are investing in your future.
All of our students will have a personal tutor to support them with their academic progress and personal development. The tutorial programme consists of 1:1 support, group tutorials and guest speakers, plus targeted online resources which complement the UCS College Group Advantage scheme.
The Safeguarding Team can offer advice and guidance on anything that may be affecting your young person and their studies – no problem is too big or too small!
Please email our Safeguarding team at staysafe@ucscollegegroup.ac.uk. If you query is urgent, please come to the College Reception and ask to speak to a Safeguarding Officer.
If you cannot find an answer to your question in this FAQ section, you can ask us a question by visiting our Contact Us page.