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Media, Music and Sound Production

Film and Media NPA (SCP)

Campus Milton Road Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 6

Study mode Part time

Start date Aug 2026

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Course overview

This course is for S5 and S6 pupils who are still at school.

This course is aimed at S5 and S6 pupils who are interested in working in the Creative Industries and wish to gain experience and qualifications in this area while still at school.  The NPA in Film and Media will give you an insight into working in areas such as film, publishing, TV, radio and the visual arts.

The course comprises a mix of practical and theoretical units. You’ll have fun, learn new skills, explore different creative media and meet and work with other like-minded young people. The qualification will support applications to college or university courses in related subjects.

What you will learn

  • Technical Skills for Media
  • Content Development for Media
  • Film and the Film Industry: An Introduction
  • Creative Industries Skills Development
  • Storytelling for the Creative Industries
  • Creative Project

How the course is assessed

  • Project work
  • Practical exercises
  • Written and oral assessments
  • There are no exams

Number of days per week

  • 2 afternoons, Tuesday and Thursday 1.30 PM to 4 PM

Entry requirements

  • Two relevant National 5 Qualifications.
  • Achieved or working towards National 5 English or Media.
  • Students will be expected to demonstrate a good standard of written and spoken English.
  • Applicants should be able to demonstrate a keen interest in and knowledge or experience of the film and media industries.

Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements

  • You will be required to attend a course induction session.
  • You will be notified in advance of the details.

English Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 5.5

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • HNC/D Television and Film
  • HND Audio Visual Technology
  • HND Media and Communications

Career options

Entry-level positions in

  • Film
  • TV
  • Radio
  • Other media, for example, a production runner

 

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date
Milton Road Campus Part time 18/08/26

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