Please note that due to COVID-19, this course will initially be delivered via a blended learning approach, which may include face-to-face learning in the classroom, remote learning off-campus and digital learning. When delivery is taking place on-campus, there will be reduced student numbers and physical distancing measures in place.

This exciting course will provide students with an industry standard grounding in media and communications, with a specialist focus on knowledge and skills for broadcast and content creation. HND Media students will be actively engaged in the creation, development and management of our multimedia digital platform, Connect Forth, while learning and developing their professional capacity and networks. Enhanced by opportunities to engage in live projects for real life clients, this qualification is the vocational ‘industry ready’ route for anyone who wants to work in audio visual production.

Please be aware that the SQA award achieved on completion of the course is HND Creative Industries: Media and Communication. You will also need to apply to SAAS using this course title.

Career Paths

• Television Production
• Radio Presenting and Production
• Content Creation for Multimedia Platforms
• Marketing for the Creative Industries

Progression

On successful completion of this course students may progress onto a related degree programme.

Forth Valley College has formal articulation links in place for entry into year 3 of the following degree programmes:

• BA (Hons) Media and Communication - Glasgow Caledonian (Subject to Validation)
• BA (Hons) Broadcast Production (TV and Radio) - University of the West of Scotland
• BA (Hons) Media and Communication - QMU
• BA (Hons) Film and Media - QMU