Media, Broadcast and Production

This course will give you a solid foundation in the creative economy, exploring the impact and opportunities within the vibrant world of live performance and production arts. You’ll gain an understanding of the cultural contexts and historical influences that shape today’s theatre and live events landscape, ensuring you have a broad perspective on the industry.

The course emphasises professional standards, teaching you the industry norms and best practices to ensure your work is always high-quality and ethical. You’ll learn how to plan and manage creative projects from start to finish, honing your skills in proposals and project management.

In addition to building core knowledge, you’ll develop a range of essential skills and behaviours. You’ll master planning and critical thinking, enabling you to organise and solve complex problems effectively. Creativity and decision-making are at the heart of the course, encouraging you to bring innovative ideas to life and make quick, effective decisions in high-pressure environments.

Communication and numeracy skills are also a key focus, enhancing your ability to convey ideas clearly, collaborate with others, and manage budgets and technical calculations. You’ll become proficient with industry-standard software and digital tools, ensuring you’re tech-savvy and ready for the modern workplace.

As you progress, you’ll build confidence and independence, learning to take initiative and work autonomously. Attention to detail and focus will be sharpened, allowing you to excel in every task you undertake. Finally, you’ll develop a reflective mindset, fostering the habit of self-assessment and continuous improvement.

This comprehensive course combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing you for a successful career in the live events, theatre, and production industry. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and equipped with everything you need to shine in this exciting field.

Your progress in the live events, theatre, and production course will be evaluated through a combination of practical exercises, projects, and coursework. Here’s how we assess your skills and knowledge …

Practical exercises: you’ll engage in hands-on activities that allow you to apply techniques and tools in real production settings. These exercises are crucial for developing your practical skills and ensuring you have a solid foundation in production arts.

Projects: you’ll tackle comprehensive assignments that challenge you to solve real-world production problems. These projects require independent research, teamwork, and innovative thinking, helping you to apply your knowledge in practical scenarios and develop essential skills like project management and problem-solving.

Coursework: this includes written assignments and tests designed to evaluate your understanding of the subject matter. Through essays, research papers, and exams, you’ll demonstrate your mastery of concepts, theories, and practices in production arts.

Class participation: your active involvement in class discussions and group projects will also be assessed. This helps to gauge your ability to collaborate and contribute to the learning environment.

Formative assessments: ongoing feedback through class participation, in-class discussions, and regular progress check-ins will help you identify areas for improvement and support your continuous development.

Summative assessments: final projects, exams, and presentations will provide a comprehensive evaluation of your learning and mastery of the course content.

Together, these assessment methods ensure a well-rounded evaluation of your progress, helping you to continuously improve and achieve your full potential in the live events, theatre, and production industry.