MEDIA, IT & DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
The media industry has experienced significant change over the last few years with more and more streaming services being introduced to the market. The industry is also reporting a skills shortage in production, editing, engine coders, animators, and 3D programmers. Likewise, the digital industry is an area that sees constant change and innovation. Latest industry developments including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, robotics, self driving cars and virtual reality. T Levels have been introduced in both the media and digital industries to bridge the skills gap. Developed alongside employers, T Levels are offering those who want to work in these areas the chance to develop their knowledge and technical skills alongside work experience. Opportunities also exist in the esports industry and the world of competitive gaming. At Preston College our esports course will introduce you to this exciting industry and help you to develop transferable skills that can be applied to any industry.
FULL-TIME COURSES
LEVEL
COURSE LENGTH
Esports
2
1 year 1 year 1 year
IT & Digital
1
Information & Creative Technology
2 3
ICT Practitioners
2 years 2 years
Digital Production, Design & Development
T Level
Media (Film & Photography) Media (Film & Photography) Media, Broadcast & Production
2 3
1 year
2 years 2 years
T Level
T LEVEL DIGITAL PRODUCTION, DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT You will develop skills in digital production, design and development that will include analysing a problem to define requirements and acceptance criteria; designing, implementing, and testing software; changing, maintaining, and supporting software; creating solutions in a collaborative environment; and discovering, evaluating, and applying reliable sources of knowledge.
T LEVEL MEDIA, BROADCAST & PRODUCTION You will develop an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including: the creative economy; audience and consumer needs; legal and regulatory requirements; professional standards and conduct in the workplace; equality, diversity, and inclusion requirements; research skills; and project methodology and administration.
MEDIA EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES • Executive Producer • Production Assistants • Production Buyer • Production Coordinator • Prop Master • Camera Operator IT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES • App Developer • Business Analysts, Architects & System Designers • E-Learning Developer • Multimedia Programmer • Computer Games Tester or Developer • Cyber Security • Digital Technician
• Grip Video Editor • Production Runner • Media Production
• Digital Imaging Technician • Computer Games Development • Video Editing
• Operations Technician • Programmer or Software Development Professional • Project or Programme Manager
• VR Programmer • User Experience (UX) Designer • User Support Technician • Web Designer or Developer
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