Film and Media

Course Overview

The Level 6 Film and Media NPA is a challenging course designed for those with a passion for Film and the Creative Arts. 

Over the course of the year, students will:

• develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of film through analysing a variety of texts from many different genres. 

• develop an understanding of the film industry including funding, distribution, marketing and technology.

• develop skills in planning and producing a film project.

• develop communication and problem solving skills through working with others on the project.

• develop evaluation and self reflection skills. 

Learning and Teaching Approaches

These will take account of increased student maturity. Through direct teaching, collaborative, pair and individual work, we aim to develop students’ confidence in discussing film and the film industry using the correct language and terminology. Students will then apply their knowledge and plan, produce and evaluate a film project based on a given brief.

Homework

Strict deadlines operate for this course. Students can expect homework, which may consist of reading or watching texts, completing assignments, planning or researching.

Assessment Approaches

The qualification has two mandatory units:

• Film and the Film Industry: An Introduction, and

• Creative Project

Candidates must also complete two additional optional units that range across feature writing, storytelling and the creative process, to directing, video editing and media photography. All assessments are internally assessed with external verification.