Weston College - University Campus

Music Practice, BTEC Extended Diploma

millie.taylor — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:48:20 +0000

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25 September, 2012

Do you want to work in the music industry? Performers, session

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What could this lead to?

A wide range of careers in the music industry, such as performer, session musician, songwriter, manager, events management, and work in TV and radio.

What could I do next?

Foundation Degree in Popular Music that we offer in partnership with Bath Spa University
Other Degree level course at university.

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Music Technology, BTEC Extended Diploma

millie.taylor — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:42:03 +0000

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25 September, 2012

Do you want to work at the cutting edge of music technology?

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What do I need?

Find out what you need to do for a Level 3 Diploma by clicking here.
You will also have a course guidance interview.

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What could this lead to?

Higher Education
Career in music, performance and production
Career in the music industry, such as a sound engineer or producer, front of house engineer, mix engineer or sound designer.

What could I do next?

Foundation Degree in Music Production that we offer in partnership with Bath Spa University
Other Degree Level course at university.

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Interview Required

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Art and Design, University of Arts, London Foundation Diploma (post A Level)

millie.taylor — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:35:21 +0000

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25 September, 2012

Advertising or fashion? Illustration or product design? There are so many exciting ways you can use your creative skills in your career.

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You will need a minimum of one A Level in a creative subject supported by at least 5 GCSEs in the A*-C range or the equivalent. When you are invited for an interview you should bring a portfolio of work, which demonstrates your creative ability and commitment to the subject.

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What could this lead to?

This course is a recognised route to degree level study
Careers in advertising, arts administration, fashion, fine art, graphic design, illustration, interior and product design, as well as teaching careers in art and design.

What course can I do next?

A Foundation Degree in Graphic Design, Photography or Art and then the relevant Honours top-up. These are all at Weston College in partnership with Bath Spa University
Other related degree at University.

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Media Production, BTEC Extended Diploma

millie.taylor — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:29:11 +0000

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25 September, 2012

If you are interested in the media, then this is the course for you. See what it’s like to be part of a production team exploring different roles and meeting tight deadlines.

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Find out what you need to do a BTEC Extended Diploma by clicking here.
You must be interested in and committed to media production.
You will be asked to show us your written work at your interview.

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What could this lead to?

This course is a recognised fast-track to degree level study Careers in video production, broadcasting, editing, camerawork, animation, script writing and post production.

What course can I do next?

A Foundation Degree in Photography or Graphic Design and then the relevant BA Honours top-up. These are all at Weston College in partnership with Bath Spa University.
Other University degree course in a media related subject.

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General Application

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Photography, BTEC Extended Diploma

millie.taylor — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:23:05 +0000

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25 September, 2012

If photography’s your thing, you could do no better than starting your career with this course.

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Find out what you need to do a BTEC Extended Diploma by clicking here.

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What could this lead to?

This course is a recognised fast-track to degree level study Careers include: press photographer, freelance photographer, media or fine art photography.

What course can I do next?

A Foundation Degree in Photography or Graphic Design and then the relevant BA Honours top-up. These are all at Weston College in partnership with Bath Spa University
A wide range of university degree courses in Photography, Media or Photographic Illustration or a photographic related industry, such as press photographer, or a freelance photographer.

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Graphic Design, BTEC Extended Diploma

millie.taylor — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:13:37 +0000

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25 September, 2012

Want to learn how to be a graphic designer from the experts? Our experienced staff will give you a foundation from which to develop your graphic design skills.

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Find out what you need to do a BTEC Extended Diploma by clicking here.

You should bring a portfolio of work demonstrating your creative ability to your interview.

If you show exceptional talent or prior learning experience but do not have the relevant qualifications you may be given special consideration.

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What could this lead to?

The course is a recognised fast-track to degree level study
Careers include: graphic design, animations, advertising, media graphics and web design.

What course can I do next?

A Foundation Degree in Graphic Design or Photography and then the relevant BA Honours top-up. These are all at Weston College in partnership with Bath Spa University
Other related degrees such as Advertising, Animation, Illustration, Multimedia or Photography.

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General Application

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Travel Opportunities

Art and Design, Diploma, University of the Arts, London (post GCSE)

millie.taylor — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:07:14 +0000

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25 September, 2012

This course will give you the chance to explore your creativity and decide where your artistic strengths lie.

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You will need at least 5 GCSE grades A*-C including Art or Design and Maths and English at Grade C or above. You could also have a Level 2 qualification such as a BTEC Diploma in Art and Design.

You should bring a portfolio of work to your interview, showing our creativity. This could include examples from a range of reative areas.
If you show exceptional talent or learning experience but don’t have the right qualifications you may still be able to get on the course.

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What could this lead to?

UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
A Foundation Degree in Graphic Design, Photography or Art progressing to the relevant BA Honours top-up. These are all at Weston College in partnership with Bath Spa University
Other related degree such as Advertising, Animation, Illustration, Multimedia or Photography.

What could I do next?

UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design. This is the second year of this course allowing you to specialise in an area of art, a good route to university. Find out more on page 69.

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Art and Design, BTEC Diploma

millie.taylor — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:37:22 +0000

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25 September, 2012

Are you creative? This course will give you the chance to explore your
creativity using state-of-the-art facilities in your own student space.

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You will need a portfolio of work that shows us that you’re interested in Art and Design.

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What could this lead to?

A higher level course.

What could I do next?

University of the Arts, London Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design, or Graphic Design, Photography or Media Production courses at Weston College.

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World Development, A Level

millie.taylor — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 11:21:17 +0000

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25 September, 2012

What will I do on the course?

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At least 5 GCSEs grades A*-C.

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A degree at university (when combined with other A Levels)
A career such as, environmental management and sustainability, working with non-government organisations in developing countries, meteorology, teaching, travel and tourism.

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Textile Design, A Level

millie.taylor — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 11:14:21 +0000

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25 September, 2012

What will I do on the course?

This is a varied and inspiring course. It introduces you to the processes, skills and ideas that come with textile design.

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At least 5 GCSEs grades A*-C.

Progression:

The Art Foundation course at Weston College – and then on to a creative degree at university
Careers in textile design, or related areas such as fashion design, theatre costume, interior design, textile conservation, fashion journalism or teaching art and design.

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General Application