Media, Broadcast and Production

EXAM BOARD SPECIFICATION


"I'm realy glad I chose Media T Level as the course is very good at preparing us for real life work environments and we get hands on knowledge with experts in the field from trips and workshops provided." - Grace Sebright-Pickard, Guiseley School

Qualification

T Level

Assessment

70% Second Year Practical (Occupational Specialism), 18% Written Exam, 12% Creative Task

Year 1

• Includes core exams (60%) and Employer Set Project (40%) - all externally set and marked 

Year 2

• Occupational Specialism Project (100%) - portfolio of evidence which is internally marked and externally moderated
• Industry Placement - pass or fail, 315-hours over approximately 9 weeks/45-days

What are T Levels?

Notre Dame was selected as one of the first providers of the new T Level qualifications. T Levels follow GCSEs and are equivalent to 3 A-levels. These 2-year courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses so that the content meets the needs of the industry and prepares students for work.

What do I need to study this course?

You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including GCSE English Language and GCSE Maths.

What will I study?

The T Level will help students develop an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including: 

• The creative economy 
• The individual in the creative industries
• Cultural context and vocabulary
• Audience and consumer needs 

In addition to the core units, each student will also complete an occupation-specific module, focusing on content creation and production. As part of this course, you will also complete an extensive industry placement and an employer-set project.

What next?

After gaining a T Level qualification you can progress to university or start your professional career. The Media, Broadcast and Production T Level will give students a route into a variety of careers within the sector.