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Media trip to the 2015 Cannes Film Festival
Student handbook: 2015 – 2016
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Extended Diploma Creative Media Production (Year 1) live TV studio production
Students working with filmmakers on The Underwater Realm project
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welcome Welcome to Gloucestershire College. We hope that you will enjoy your course and that you will successfully gain your qualification at the end of the course. It is our aim to make your time at college productive, challenging, enjoyable and inspirational, driving you to complete tasks and learn new skills that will help you achieve your future educational and career goals. course aims The different media courses at the college are designed to help you develop a theoretical and practical understanding of a wide range of skills required in the film and media industries. Depending on the course and pathway you have chosen, you will be covering a number of separate units that make up your course. You’ll have the chance to prepare for an eventual career in the film or media industry and also get the qualification you’ll need to progress.
College trip to Warner Brothers Studio London
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study tips You are about to dedicate a year (or two) of your life to studying for a qualification that is held in high regard by industry professionals. We want to help you to achieve, but you will have to be prepared to work hard for it. Studying requires a great deal of effort on your part and the time you spend in reading, researching and producing assignments should be much greater than the time spent in teaching sessions. Here are a few essentials for effective study: Time management is very important and successfully handling this could make all the difference. Attendance at college is not optional. We expect at least 98% attendance in the Creative Academies. You MUST attend all your timetabled sessions on time. Use the time before, between and after lectures wisely. Self directed study (S.D.S) time is not meant to be just recreation time, it is time when you should be researching, testing equipment, shooting, practicing your newly acquired skills or producing coursework. There are edit suites available to students, as well as the TV studio for you to begin putting that portfolio together that will lead to future employment. The college library and VLE are also there to support your learning experience; you should make full use of them. We will provide help and guidance, but it is your responsibility to manage your own work schedule – please take ownership of your own learning.
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course contacts
your college centre Gloucester Campus Llanthony Road Gloucester Gloucestershire GL2 5JQ Main Switchboard: 0845 1552020 Admin Office No: 01452 563322 Director of Centre
Karen Morris
01452 563322
Head of School
Jane Jenkins
01452 563322
Course Leader Y2
Nosa Obayiuwana
01452 563322 07737 5832114
Audio Visual Senior Assistant
Jonathan Oakes
01452 562040
Course Leader Y1
Luke Maisey
01452 563322
Course Lecturer
Alexis Macleod
01452 563322
Course Lecturer
Joe Lemer
01452 563322
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online access to course info Your main source of information about the course (other than from the staff) will be from the college’s website (www.gloscol.ac.uk) and the college intranet (Glosweb). This is an online system, available via the Internet, allowing you access to a great deal of information. Some of your assessments may also be online. During your first week, your course leader will show you how to access important pieces of information. If you have any problems logging on to the college system inside or outside college, contact the learning gateway or IT support and staff there will be able to help you out.
online access to course info You will also have access to information through the course’s ISSUU portal. Searching using the words Gloucestershire College will bring up your assignments and course materials.
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online access to your work It is essential that you create a Dropbox account and store all your assignment work online in the cloud. Access to your ongoing work may be necessary before the submission deadline in order to check your progress. You could be required to present uncompleted essays, research logs or assignments at short notice. REMINDER: It is essential that you save a copy of all your work to Dropbox.
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student support student services The student support department of Gloucestershire College will let you know how to get help with any aspect of student life including counseling, accommodation advice, financial advice and study skills. Extra help is available from student services representatives who will be happy to give info about the many activities, services and social opportunities available at college. careers Gloucestershire College has a team of qualified Careers Advisers who offer 1:1 confidential and free careers interviews to help you plan your next career move. To book an appointment please e-mail the Careers Team at [email protected] or telephone Student Services on 0845 155 2020. childcare Gloucestershire College offers excellent childcare facilities at all three main campuses for the use and benefit of our staff and students with childcare needs. We cater for children aged from three months to eight years old. Our nurseries are staffed by a qualified and dedicated team whose aim is to provide a safe, happy, stimulated environment in which children learn through play. We also offer after school and holiday schemes for children up to eleven years old. accommodation The Gloucestershire College Accommodation Office is based in Student Services at the Cheltenham Campus. This service is available to all students who need help finding accommodation or who have any other accommodation issues. Drop in or telephone 01242 532007 (24-hour voicemail).
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The learning gateway The learning gateway has many facilities available for staff and student use including: • Professional journals • Photocopying facilities • Technical information • Textbooks and • Distance learning packages
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tutorial entitlement Tutorials are for full-time students of all ages; they are designed to motivate you to succeed and to address any barriers you may have to learning. Depending on your course and the level at which you are studying your tutorial may be academic, pastoral or both. At regular one to ones your progress will be discussed and challenging individual targets agreed and reviewed. Tutorials are there to help students feel positive about their studies and include pastoral support on issues including health, welfare, and personal circumstances. Where appropriate, referrals can be made to support services such as counseling, learning links etc. The purpose of your tutorials is to encourage your personal development planning so that you can • monitor and review targets for achievement
• develop awareness of your own strengths and weaknesses • develop a clear vision of what you want to achieve on your course • develop a greater understanding of how study in your discipline area can help you
towards goals • develop responsibility for your choices in modules, work and social life • develop a reflective approach to all the feedback you receive on your work • develop a sense and record of progression and achievement in your development of
subject and generic skills and attributes (qualities) Your personal tutor will also: • respond to your requests for support and help with problems which affect academic
work either at subject level or by referral to other Gloucestershire College facilities.
• provide information for and assist in the drafting of job references and UCAS applications.
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learning links Study Plus teaches students additional English and Maths skills. Language Plus offers tuition for most students who speak English as an additional language and Dyslexia Plus provides specialist tuition for students with specific learning differences such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD. The support available to students depends on their course and level of study. You can contact the learning links department by email at [email protected] or by asking your personal tutor to make a referral.
disability support We have a team of disability support workers available to work with students with additional needs on a 1:1 basis both in and out of class. You can contact disability support by email at [email protected] or by asking your personal tutor to make a referral.
counselling and mental health support Gloucestershire College Counselling Service is a free, confidential service available for everyone in the College. It offers an opportunity to talk about personal difficulties in a private setting. The college also has a mental health and well-being coordinator who offers specialist support for students experiencing mental health difficulties. You can ask your personal tutor for their direct contact information or to make a referral on your behalf.
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student responsibilities When on campus you have a duty, and responsibility, for your own and others’ health and safety and must conduct yourself in a safe and reasonable manner.
You should not
Drink or bring alcohol to college.
Use college equipment or resources in any way that may cause damage.
Be disrespectful to staff or other students.
Use profane language.
Smoke within the college premises.
You will be constantly reminded of the four themes in the student agreement
1. BE HERE
2. WORK HARD
3. BE SAFE
4. BEHAVE WELL
lateness Punctuality is an essential part of working. You should endeavour to always be on time – that means ready to start working at the start time, not just arriving. If you are going to be late you should phone your tutor / office on 01452 563326. If you are repeatedly late this will become a disciplinary issue.
communication with staff All essential staff contacts have been listed in the course contacts section of this handbook (page 6). Your course leader’s email is [email protected]. You should contact him regarding any matter you need to discuss.
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student responsibilities
entry requirements Documented evidence of qualifications must be submitted before you can enroll on accredited courses in the college. These should be in the form of the official examination board certificates or official confirmation of grades received.
absence All appointments e.g. doctors, should be made outside of your timetabled sessions where possible and notified to your attendance officer in advance along with photocopies of relevant paperwork. Absence must be reported to your attendance officer by telephone or e-mail as soon as possible on the day of absence letting us know how long you think you will be absent for. You can contact the attendance office by phone on (01452) 563334. You should also send a text message to your course leader with your name and surname attached (07737 583114).
costs and materials You will be expected to finance certain materials and expenses yourself. Examples of this include sketchbooks, pens, and binding work for submission. An Apple computer with editing software (Adobe Premier CC) is a useful investment for the course. Access to the internet at home is also recommended. A materials fee will be charged at enrollment to cover the costs of essential course materials such as camera flash cards, props and production consumables. The material fee will need to be paid at the start of each year of your course.
health and safety When on campus you have a duty and responsibility for your own and others’ health and safety and must conduct yourself in a safe and reasonable manner.
conduct and behaviour At all times, your conduct and behaviour should reflect consideration for all those working at the college. There are college regulations that you must comply with and a student agreement that you will be asked to sign. A synopsis of this student agreement can be found on the following page.
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student agreement
what the college will do for you § employ high quality staff to support your learning § provide advice and guidance in your chosen subject area, recognising your previous
experience and learning where possible § plan and review your progress with you and give you regular support § agree your programme of study and personal timetable § return assessed work by agreed deadlines § provide access to appropriate learning resources, facilities and equipment § provide a supportive learning environment, encouraging mature behaviour in and out of the
classroom § offer parents and/or guardians of students under 19 the opportunity to contact tutors § provide your parent(s) and/or guardian(s) information on your progress where appropriate (if
you are under 19) § demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities § invite your suggestions for the improvement and development of college provision what you will do for your college
§ accept responsibility for your own learning with the appropriate support § complete all work required to a satisfactory standard, submitted within agreed deadlines § attend all timetabled classes punctually and regularly and account for any absences to your
tutor § treat college equipment and accommodation with respect § recognise that other students are also here to learn and respect their opinions and beliefs § comply with college rules and regulations (available at reception or from your personal tutor) § adhere to the college equal opportunities policy § accept any reasonable action taken by the college if you do not fulfill these requirements § take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and others what you will do for your department § return all borrowed equipment on time to the correct location (I.T department) § make sure returned equipment is clean and in the same condition it was taken out § book in advance to use the TV studio, edit suites and edit computers. § be aware of subject specific good practice in health and safety § coil leads correctly § treat cameras with the utmost respect § report faults with any equipment straight away § remember to bring your own storage drives into college § have a notebook and a pen with you in college § ask a member of staff to help before rewiring or rerouting anything
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dress code While there isn’t a specific uniform, all students must look presentable and professional at all times. Students should avoid: • Wearing torn, unclean, and worn-out clothes to lectures • Wearing trousers or jeans below the waist • Wearing open faces shoes or loosely hanging clothes in workshop/practical sessions. • Wearing hoodies, caps or any other clothing items that prevent you from being
recognised.
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film & media bodies in the U.K Below are examples of some of the film and media bodies in the U.K that you need to become familiar with. These agencies provide support for young filmmakers, fund short and feature length films, and sponsor different events which allow young media professionals network with emerging talent from all over the United Kingdom.
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film & media bodies in the U.K
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programme structure and progression chart
Filmmaker Philip Bloom discussing the pros and cons of the film industry with Gloucestershire College students.
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course assessment
overview All of our Edexcel BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3 and Higher National Diploma courses are unit-based. We judge your performance through grading criteria laid down by your awarding body (Edexcel) for each separate unit.
Units may be studied on their own or in combination depending on the unit.
Assessment is an on-going and essential part of the teaching and learning process and you will be placed in a range of realistic situations that allow your abilities to be assessed and graded to pass, merit or distinction levels. These situations test both your competence in achieving identified objectives and your understanding of each unit’s underpinning knowledge.
types of assessment In order to complete each unit you will be given assignments designed to cover the unit criteria. The number of assignments can vary from unit to unit. Some assignments may also combine themes and grading criteria from multiple units.
Many different types of assessment and assessment elements may be used throughout the course. These can include written, practical, presentation, multi-part and journal entries.
assessment presentation So that we can give quality assessment and feedback on assignments we expect you to stick to certain presentation guidelines. There are good reasons for this; using standard fonts and spacing, for example, allows your tutor to write comments or corrections on your work. If a piece of written work is handed in with extra items (CD, DVD etc.) these can become separated from the written assignment if not properly attached, causing grading delays or in a worse case scenario a re-submission of the work. For some assignments the assessment will be entirely practical and may be recorded for evidence.
Every assessment brief contains a list of the evidence you need to provide when you hand it in. It is worth checking this carefully before you hand in your completed assessments.
The standard presentation guidelines we expect you to follow are: § all submitted work must have your name clearly written on the front page § all written work must be word processed using Arial or Helvetica Neue fonts § text must be a minimum of 12pt font size and have paragraph spacing of 1½ lines § all written work must have numbered pages § all assessments must be properly bound (staff in the library can help with this) § All digital moving images (films etc) must be test screened by your lecturer before
submission
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recognition of prior learning (RPL)
§ RPL is recognition of achievement from a range of activities gained prior to enrolling on this programme. RPL will only be possible where learning is shown to be appropriate to the outcomes of the relevant modules or awards and has been achieved through valid methods.
verification of assessment
§ Standards and quality of assessment will be monitored by the appointed internal verifier for your programme according to the College Internal Verification policy and overseen by the Lead Internal Verifier for your subject area. This will ensure reliability, validity and authenticity. An external examiner may review a sample of marked assessments to ensure reliable, valid and fair assessment has been conducted. All assessment grades that have been internally awarded will be confirmed at the annual Examination Board.
§ feedback
§ Feedback is as an integral part of the assessment process and should give you clear guidance as to why you achieved or didn’t achieve individual grading criteria and how you can go about achieving higher grades next time. Assessment feedback can be written, typed or given in a recorded one to one video session within two working weeks of the submission date.
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submission of assessments
§ All assessment evidence must be handed in by the deadline specified on the assessment brief. It is your responsibility to ensure that you keep a backup copy of any submissions. If you fail to attend classes on a submission date you should attempt to have your assignment delivered to college, physically or electronically where possible.
§ The AE1 form is designed for use when you have a short-term illness that has prevented written coursework being presented at the stipulated day and time. It should be used to cover the majority of minor ailments such as heavy colds, throat infections, sickness etc. If you anticipate you will miss a deadline for an assignment other than an assessment under controlled conditions you may submit it under the assignment submission policy with your completed AE1 Form, which allows you to submit up to three working days after the hand-in date. If you are deemed to have abused the Assignment Extension Request process you will lose this privilege and may have further extensions refused.
§ For extreme extenuating circumstances you may submit an assignment with an AE2 form accompanied by a doctor’s note/medical certificate. This form must be used for registering serious mitigating circumstances and seeking extensions longer than 3 days. Your request must be made in person to the Head of School who will consider your request provided that you have communicated in good time the extenuating circumstance via email/telephone or in writing in advance of the hand-in date. The following reasons are not considered to be extenuating circumstances:
§ minor illnesses e.g. cold, headache, flu, sore throat unless severe and prolonged (a
medical certificate would be require)
§ transport problems § computer problems e.g. loss of disc § time management § holidays Any assessments submitted after a deadline without the correct permission (an AE1 or AE2 form) will not be marked and will receive an automatic ‘Not Yet Achieved’. No extension will be given because of corrupt discs, lost pen-drives or lost work, and extensions will not be given as a verbal agreement. That is why it is essential that you keep back-ups of all assessed work.
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grading Work is graded as pass, merit or distinction. If you fail to meet all the pass criteria on an assessment, you may be allowed a maximum of two referral opportunities. All work is graded on its own merits. It is possible for every student in a group to achieve distinction grades if a piece of work is particularly successful. You also have the right to appeal an assessment decision.
plagiarism Cheating is a serious offence and takes many forms including plagiarism (passing off the work of someone else as if it is your own) and collusion (working closely with someone else to produce an assignment that is meant to be the work of an individual). The college deals severely with students who cheat and penalties extend to suspension and withdrawal for a second, or particularly serious first attempt. In order to avoid an allegation of cheating make sure that you follow the guidance you will have been given on conventions for referencing and for use of quotations. If you are in any doubt, check with your tutors who will be happy to advise you. Any student suspected of cheating (i.e. deceiving intentionally to gain unfair advantage, for example through the use of non-permitted materials in examinations or copying another student’s work and attempting to present it as one’s own), or plagiarism (i.e. using ideas, work or words of another person/s as if they were one’s own without giving credit to the source using the approved method of citation), may have their case presented to a disciplinary panel. Be sure that any phrases, sentences (even part sentences) that appear in your assignments are either your words or if the words of others that they are referenced appropriately. Failure to do so could be construed as plagiarism with serious consequences. Students should be aware of the seriousness of these acts, and the vigilance with which the college endeavours to enforce the assignment submission policy. Your submissions may be checked using plagiarism detection software.
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assessment appeals a guide for students If you do not agree with an assessment decision on your work and wish to appeal against it there is a procedure in place that you should follow.
stage 1 If you disagree with an assessment, you should first examine carefully the standards or criteria upon which the assessment was based. If you still feel that the assessment decision is wrong or unfair, you should discuss your reasons with the assessor concerned as soon as possible. The assessor will consider your reasons and look again at what you did for the assessment. You will be given a clear explanation in writing within 5 working days. This will either be a new decision or confirmation of the original decision. If you agree with this explanation, the appeal stops at this point. If you still feel the decision is wrong, you must tell the assessor. Your appeal will then proceed to Stage 2. stage 2 Within one week of the end of Stage 1 you need to lodge an appeal in writing with the course leader or internal verifier. Your tutor will be able to give you details of who to contact. Your appeal should give details as to why you feel the assessment decision is wrong or unfair. You should also set out how you have tried to resolve the issue with the assessor. The course leader or internal verifier will examine the information supplied by both you and the assessor and reconsider the assessment decision. The course leader or internal verifier will contact you within 5 working days to give you the reconsidered assessment decision. If you agree with the reconsidered assessment decision, the appeal stops at this point. If you are still unhappy with this decision, you have the right to go to an appeals panel and your appeal will proceed to Stage 3.
stage 3 Your appeal will go to an appeals panel. The panel will consist of three independent people, who have not previously had any involvement with your appeal. The panel will meet within 10 days of receiving your appeal. You will have an opportunity to speak to the panel or to be represented by an advisor (or both), or you may make a written submission. The assessor who made the original decision may be asked to attend the appeals panel to answer any questions. The appeals panel will discuss the matter in private and reach a majority decision. The decision will be sent to you within 5 working days of the appeals panel meeting. The decision of the appeals panel is final.
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Student disagrees with an assessment decision
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Student examines the standards/criteria and still feels the assessment decision is wrong/unfair
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Student lodges appeal in writing with the Course Leader or Internal Verifier detailing the reasons they feel the assessment decision is unfair/wrong and steps they have taken to resolve
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The decision of the appeals panel is given to the student within 5 working days and is final
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the assessment brief The intention of an assessment brief is that you are aware of what you are being asked to do and why, so that you can achieve to the highest possible level. Every course in the college uses the same assessment brief: -
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assessment language pass language
describe Give a clear description that includes all the relevant features - think of it as ‘painting a picture with words’
define Clearly explain what a particular term means and give an example, if appropriate, to show what you mean
design Create a plan, proposal or outline to illustrate a straightforward concept or idea
explain Set out in detail the meaning of something, with reasons. More difficult than describe or list, so it can help to give an example to show what you mean. Start by introducing the topic then give the ‘how’ or ‘why’
identify Point out or choose the right one or give a list of the main features
illustrate Include examples or a diagram to show what you mean
interpret Define or explain the meaning of something
list Provide the information in a list, rather than in continuous writing
outline Write a clear description but not a detailed one
plan Work out and plan how you would carry out a task or activity
state Write a clear and full account
summarise Write down or articulate briefly the main points or essential features
merit language
analyse Identify separate factors, say how they are related and how each one contributes to the topic
assess Give careful consideration to all the factors or events that apply and identify which are the most important or relevant
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merit language
compare/contrast
Identify the main factors that apply in two or more situations and explain the similarities and differences or advantages and disadvantages
demonstrate Provide several relevant examples or related evidence which clearly support the arguments you are making. This may include showing practical skills
design Create a plan, proposal or outline to illustrate a relatively complex concept or idea
explain in detail Provide details and give reasons and/or evidence to clearly support the argument you are making
justify how/why Give reasons or evidence to support your opinion or view to show how you arrived at these conclusions
distinction language
appraise Consider the positive and negative points and give a reasoned judgement
assess Make a judgement on the importance of something – similar to evaluate
comment critically Give your view after you have considered all the evidence. In particular decide the importance of all the relevant positive and negative aspects
criticize Review a topic or issue objectively and weigh up both positive and negative points before making a decision
draw conclusions Use the evidence you have provided to reach a reasoned judgement
evaluate Review the information then bring it together to form a conclusion. Give evidence for each of your views or statements
evaluate critically
Decide the degree to which a statement is true or the importance or value of something by reviewing the information. Include precise and detailed information and assess possible alternatives, bearing in mind their strengths and weaknesses if they were applied instead
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glossary of terms Analyse – Study in depth, identifying and deciding the detail in main characteristics Appraise – Consider positive and negative points and give reasoned judgement Assess – Make judgement on the importance of something – similar to evaluate Compare – Look for qualities or characteristics that resemble each other. Emphasise similarities and be aware of differences Contrast – Stress the differences between the items in question and don’t ignore points of similarity Define – Give concise and clear meanings without too much detail Discuss – Examine and analyse carefully, giving reasons for advantages and disadvantages. Consider all sides of the issue and reach a balanced conclusion Evaluate – Examine closely, measure strengths and weaknesses, points for and against, in conclusion state your judgement clearly Explain – Clarify, interpret and spell out the material you present. Give reasons for important features and try to analyse causes Justify – Prove, give reasons for decisions and conclusions, use evidence to convince reader. List – Write an itemised series of simple statements Outline – Provide a framework description under main points and sub points, leave out minor detail. Stress the arrangement of material Review – Examine subject critically, analysing and commenting on the important points and stages of development. Summarise – Give the main points or facts in condensed form, omitting details and illustrations
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unit overview Edexcel give us specific outcomes for each unit you will study complete with grade descriptors. Every outcome must be passed for you to pass the whole unit. A really important point to note is that an overall unit grade is based on the grades received for the different criteria and we are issued with strict guidelines for this. If, for example, you received three distinctions and one pass for the individual learning outcomes, the overall grade for the unit could not be more than a pass. The units you are studying can change each term or half term. Some units are combined with others with similar criteria whilst others are taught as stand alone units. You will also have time during the year in which to resubmit some of your earlier assessments if you want to improve on your first grade. For students who want to move onto Higher Education (including the college’s own Higher National Diploma in Creative Practice) this can make a big difference. Each unit is allocated a specific number of ‘credits’ and on each of the courses a certain number of credits must be achieved to gain the overall qualification. There is a range of different types of unit depending on your course. Some are mandatory and must be completed by every student in the country as an integral part of that qualification. Other types of units you may encounter are ‘specialist.’ Regardless of the type of unit, they must all be completed in order for you to achieve your final qualification. Keeping track of all your unit grades should be something you do regularly so that you can discuss your learning requirements with both your subject and personal tutors. You should keep your own record of your progress and any resubmission targets you may have been set. This is especially important if you are planning to continue studying at a higher level after this course; since any college or university (including us) will use your predicted grade outcomes as a basis for the decision on your application. Although this handbook has all of the current unit information, Edexcel does occasionally amend individual units. If in doubt, go to www.edexcel.com and search for the unit details.
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assessment units by course
Extended Diploma Creative Media Production Year 1 YR 1 UNITS 2015 – 2016 (90 CREDIT BTEC SPECIFICATION) UNIT
NO UNIT TITLE LECTURER
1. 1
PRE-PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES FOR THE CREATIVE MEDIA INDUSTRIES
LUKE MAISEY
2 COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION
ALEXIS MACLEOD
2. 3 RESEARCH TECHNIQUES FOR THE CREATIVE MEDIA INDUSTRIES
NOSA OBAYIUWANA
3. 31 SOCIAL ACTION AND COMMUNITY MEDIA PRODUCTION
ALEXIS MACLEOD
4. 7 UNDERSTANDING THE CREATIVE MEDIA SECTOR
TBC
5. 57 PHOTOGRAPHY AND PHOTOGRAPHIC PRACTICE
NOSA OBAYIUWANA
6. 21 UNDERSTANDING VIDEO TECHNOLOGY
TBC
7. 27 FACTUAL PROGRAMME PRODUCTION FOR TELEVISION
ALEXIS MACLEOD
8. 52 FACTUAL WRITING FOR PRINT
NOSA OBAYIUWANA
9. 36 INTERVIEW TECHNIQUES FOR CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION
LUKE MAISEY
KEY: ESSENTIAL BTEC 90 CREDIT DIPLOMA UNITS IN PURPLE KEY: UNITS HIGHLIGHTED IN THE SAME COLOUR TO BE TAUGHT IN COMBINATION * NOTE: UNITS MAY BE SUBJECT TO ALTERATIONS DUE TO CURRICULUM / STAFFING CHANGES
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assessment units by course
Extended Diploma Creative Media Production Year 2 YR 2 UNITS: 2015 – 2016 (180 CREDIT BTEC SPECIFICATION) UNIT
NO UNIT TITLE LECTURER
10 6 CRITICAL APPROACHES TO CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTS
NOSA OBAYIUWANA
11 5 WORKING TO A BRIEF IN THE CREATIVE MEDIA INDUSTRIES
ALEXIS MACLEOD
12 16 FILM & VIDEO EDITING TECHNIQUES LUKE MAISEY
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22 SINGLE CAMERA TECHNIQUES
NOSA OBAYIUWANA
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24 WRITING FOR TV & VIDEO
NOSA OBAYIUWANA
15 29 MUSIC VIDEO PRODUCTION
LUKE MAISEY
16 28 CORPORATE & PROMOTIONAL PROGRAMME PRODUCTION
ALEXIS MACLEOD
17 38 SOUNDTRACK PRODUCTION FOR THE MOVING IMAGE
LUKE MAISEY
18 44 MUSIC BASED PROGRAMMING
JOE LEMER
19 39 SCRIPTWRITING FOR RADIO
JOE LEMER
20 4 CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION MANAGEMET PROJECT
NOSA OBAYIUWANA
KEY: ESSENTIAL BTEC 180 CREDIT DIPLOMA UNITS IN RED. KEY: UNITS HIGHLIGHTED IN THE SAME COLOUR TO BE TAUGHT IN COMBINATION * NOTE: UNITS MAY BE SUBJECT TO ALTERATIONS DUE TO CURRICULUM / STAFFING CHANGES
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extended diploma creative media production year 1
time-table
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extended diploma creative media production year 2
time-table
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practical, transferable and intellectual skills Below is a list of skills that you need to learn and develop to be successful on your course Writing skills • Note taking
• Drafting
• Editing
• Revising
• How to write a report
• How to write an essay
Evaluation skills • Self assessment Organisational skills • Time management
• Stress management
• Information gathering
Communication skills • Working in groups
• Listening skills
• How to do a presentation
• How to hold a discussion
• How to do an interview
• How to hold a debate
• How to hold a seminar
• Interpersonal skills
• ICT skills
• Non verbal skills
• Professionalism
• Problem solving
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workshops Practical workshops are an essential part of learning on all film and media courses at Gloucestershire College. Failing to attend any of your scheduled workshop sessions will affect your ability to (1) book out equipment and (2) complete the technical aspects of your assignments. These workshops are designed to give you a good foundation in the practical aspects of film and media production.
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booking equipment You will be allowed to book out filmmaking equipment as soon as your lecturers give you permission. Note: 1. All college equipment must be handled with care and returned at the stated time on the
booking out sheet. 2. Booking out sheets must be accurately (and neatly) filled in and signed by a lecturer on
your course. 3. Bookings are done on the 2nd floor in the I.T room from the front desk. 4. The I.T front desk is open Monday - Friday from 9AM – 4PM. 5. Equipment should be returned in the state it was given to you in. 6. You may be charged for any damages to equipment or blocked from using the loan
facility if it is deemed you have been careless with college resources. 7. Continued late return could result in you being blocked from taking out equipment. 8. You must be polite and courteous to I.T staff at all times. 9. You must check all equipment before taking it out: Any damage not highlighted at
booking out will be deemed to have occurred while the equipment was in your possession. You may be liable for repair or replacement.
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trips
College trips for the 2015 – 2016 academic year:
DATE
LOCATION
1. 22nd September, 2015 FILM SCREENING AT CINE-WORLD GLOUCESTER QUAYS
2. 17TH October 2015
PINEWOOD STUDIO WORKSHOP (HND ONLY)
3. 24TH October 2015
COMIC CON LONDON
4. November 2015 2 DAY WORK EXPERIENCE AT SKY: DATES TO BE CONFIRMED
5. February 2015 MEDIA TRIP TO NEW YORK – PRICE & DATES TO BE CONFIRMED
PLEASE NOTE:
• Additional trips may be announced with only one or two weeks notice. • The price of the New York trip is additional and will be given to you by your course leader. Details will be
given to you as soon as trip details are confirmed. • There can be changes to the trip schedule due to unforeseen circumstances. • Students must sign parental release and medical forms. Failure to do this will result in you not being
allowed on trips.
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reading list Preliminary reading list
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films to see 1. Pariah (directed by Dee Rees)
2. Downfall (directed by Oliver Hirschbiegel)
3. Blue Ruin (directed by Jeremy Saulnier)
4. Finding Fela (directed by Alex Gibney)
5. Lost in La Mancha (directed by Keith Fulton & Louis Pepe)
6. 20 Feet from Stardom (directed by Morgan Neville)
7. Life According to Sam (directed by Sean Fine & Andrea Nix)
8. This is England (directed by Shane Meadows)
9. The Godfather: parts 1, 2 & 3 (directed by Francis Ford Coppola)
10. Films by Stanley Kubrick
11. Films by Alfred Hitchcock
12. Films by Martin Scorsese
13. Films by Quentin Tarantino
14. Crash (directed by Paul Haggis)
15. Casablanca (directed by Michael Curtiz)
16. On the Waterfront (directed by Elia Kazan)
17. Zelig (directed by Woody Allen)
18. Saving Private Ryan (directed by Steven Spielberg)
19. Films by Clint Eastwood
20. Sin Nombre (directed by Cary Fukunaga)
21. The Shawshank Redemption (directed by Frank Darabont)
22. Submarine (directed by Richard Ayoade)
23. Films by the Coen Brothers
24. Incendies (directed by Denis Villeneuve)
25. Films by Pedro Almodovar
26. Philomena (directed by by Stephen Frears)
27. The Red Shoes (directed by Michael Powell & Emeric Pressburger)