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CA3: Course Specification

Along with the Module Specifications, the Course Specification forms the definitive description of any qualification awarded by the University. The Academic Quality and Standards Office (AQSO) is responsible for maintaining up to date records of all definitive documents (course and module specifications). Any amendments made to the Course Specification must be submitted to the AQSO via the formal Amendments process outlined in Section 4 of the Academic Quality and Standards Handbook 2019 – Amending Courses.

PART A: About the Course (See Part B for other key information) 1. Qualification (award and title):

BA (Hons) Media Production

2. Date of Approval (month and year):

07/17

3. Delivery Partners, Sites and Recognition: who delivers this course, where? Is it accredited by any professional bodies?

Campuses/Partners Recognised/accredited by

UWL (Paragon House, St Mary’s Road, Reading)

The University of West London

4. Course Description: a short descriptive statement used for publicity (max. 250

words):

The course is designed to produce graduates with a future proof skillset that extends right across this highly competitive, ever evolving industry. With our impeccable industry links, you will benefit from direct, regular contact with radio’s most innovative and forward-thinking professionals.

Through a mix of hands-on technical modules, taught in our brand new, state of the art radio and television studios, and theoretical studies, underpinned by a focus on industry practice, you will graduate as a resilient and creative audio practitioner, ready to launch a career in whichever area of this fascinating business that you choose.

The course examines aspects of video and audio production from origination, audience demographics, creative treatments, playlisting and presenting, through to business management, finance and compliance.

Graduates will also be resourceful in spotting new media opportunities and resilient enough to function successfully in a high pressure, competitive environment. They will have a good awareness of pitching audio concepts, client relations and creative talent management in a business context.

5. Course Structure Diagram: a visual overview of the programme of study

LEVEL 3:

Semester 1 Academic Skills

Semester 2 Practical Skills

AD30002E: Contextual Studies in Media and Design (Core – 20 credits)

AD30003E: Creative Research in Media and Design (Core – 20 credits)

Existing TBC: Academic Performance (Core – 20 credits)

AD30004E: Creative Sectors in Media & Design (Core – 20 credits)

Existing TBC: Personalised Learning (Core – 20 credits)

AD30005E: Major Project (Core – 20 credits)

Level 4 Writing For Radio Podcasting

Digital Video Production

Music Radio Production Radio Station M’ment

Radio Journalism Level 5 Research, Data & Insight

Industry Experience Radio Event & OB

Management

TV Studio Production Voice Production &

Direction Radio Documentary

Production Level 6

Experimental Communications

Experimental Radio Multimedia Project

Multimedia Project Blast Radio

Freelancing & Creative Business Management

6. Course Aims and Content by Level: what is this course all about and how does the programme of study build and develop over time?

The BA (Hons.) Media Production with Foundation Year degree is an exciting overview of the Radio industry as we see it both now and in the future. We are


extremely proud to launch this degree at UWL. It encompasses modules spanning production, presentation, writing, formats, Business Management, Events, Sound Design, Video Production, Advertising and Branding alongside more theoretical and historic approach, ensuring its contemporary content is reflective of academic practice. With reference to the 2012 Creative Skillset Employment Census of the Creative Media Industries, it is notable within the field of Radio that skillsets and demand are variable particularly in the realm of Production roles. It is with this in mind, we have placed a weighting on a more varied skillset, focusing on Management, Business Management, Journalism, Interactive Media and Post Production in order to ensure more students are industry ready upon completion of this degree. Business Management and Editorial/Journalism are identified as the largest occupational groups within the growth areas. Interactive Media in particular has risen +33% since the 2009 survey with Post Production showing a rise of +19%, so these subject areas are paramount.

Stats from Skillset’s report also show that both Radio and Interactive Media recruit and operate from a dominant market share within London and neighbouring counties, (45% and 23% respectively) thus giving UWL students and staff the edge due to close proximity to companies and facilities. It would also be wise to build further links with practitioners and businesses in East London as they are now shown to represent an equivalent workforce as their West London counterparts. Forging industry links is very much embedded within the aims of the course, which can be read in detail.

This course provides students with the institutional knowledge and technical skills that are necessary for a successful career in the radio and broadcasting industries. It also requires them to engage with theories of mass communications and debates relating to these industries. We envisage that graduates will recognise the importance of media practice informed by theoretical ideas relating to communication and cultural studies, and will have a mature understanding of the pragmatic relationship between creativity and industry. Graduates will be business literate, and able to generate ideas and income from their skills.

The course also aims to engage students in the creative use of contemporary media platforms, with an appreciation of technology and its impact on content production. Students will develop knowledge, understanding, conceptual and technical skills relevant to the production of audio for radio and the wider broadcast and entertainment industries.

Outcomes

The BA(Hons) Media Production degree aims to develop within the student:

A good knowledge of relevant technical skills (principles of audio recording and editing, self op studio management and mic techniques).

The ability to cast voices, write a budget, production-manage and oversee delivery of audio in all forms, from initial brief to finished files.


A practical awareness of Ofcom, RAJAR, BBC Trust and other relevant industry compliance and legislative bodies, with an understanding of copyright, legal and ethical issues around broadcasting.

A positive and energetic approach to generating projects and income.

The ability to differentiate between the theoretical and practical implications of radio, video and on-line production and understand how the historical, theoretical and cultural values relating to this subject under-pin practice.

Personal, inter-personal and professional qualities, cooperating and working within a team in order to sustain successful life-long learning and achievement within radio, video and related industries.

Problem solving, conceptual, audible and visual, technical, presentation and manipulative skills; the ability to apply them within a variety of audio and video based commercial contexts.

An awareness of and competence in the use of new and developing technologies, and critical implementation of their application within a variety of commercial media production contexts, business and production based.

Significant academic skills to facilitate progress to post graduate study in an associated field.

Students are provided with the necessary teaching and content to inform their academic journey throughout and to enhance post-graduate opportunities, be it future studies or literacy based skills that can be transferrable in the workplace.

The provision of cutting edge facilities and resources, on par with Commercial establishments to ensure that they leave able to transfer their production skills in any professional environment, commercial or otherwise. And that these facilities will remain state of the art throughout the course of their studies, always reflecting on changes in industry. The radio studios were completed in February 2015 and were designed and built by Veale Associates (Capital, Bauer).

The opportunity to learn from teaching staffs who are professional practitioners and therefore able to translate their learning in the classroom / studio and ensure that the content of the course is always contemporary and on par with what is being experienced in industry. Any Academic activity that staffs partake in is of direct relevance to the Course and to the overall learning experience of the students.

Consistent use of industry standard software spanning audio,film,web and graphics: ProTools, Final Cut / Avid, CC.

The course is designed to produce graduates with a future proof skillset that extends


right across this highly competitive, ever evolving industry. With our impeccable industry links, you will benefit from direct, regular contact with radio’s most innovative and forward-thinking professionals.

Through a mix of hands-on technical modules, taught in our brand new, state of the art radio studio, and theoretical studies, underpinned by a focus on industry practice, you will graduate as a resilient and creative audio practitioner, ready to launch a career in whichever area of this fascinating business that you choose.

The course examines aspects of audio and video production from origination, audience demographics, creative treatments, playlisting and presenting, through to business management, finance and compliance. Given the increasing presence of social media, and the requirement for successful radio and television output to maintain brand presence across multiple platforms, graduates will be highly skilled in identifying and building audiences, and conversant with emerging media.

Graduates will also be resourceful in spotting new media opportunities and resilient enough to function successfully in a high pressure, competitive environment. They will have a good awareness of pitching audio concepts, client relations and creative talent management in a business context.

7. Course Contact Hours: how much time should I commit to this course?

Learning hours are determined by credits. One credit is worth 10 learning hours, so a 20 credit module is 200 learning hours, a 30 credit module is 300 hours etc. This is the amount of time you should be prepared to commit to each module.

Learning hours are divided into: taught or ‘contact’ hours, i.e., the amount of time students spend in contact with academic staff, whether through face-to-face classes or online learning; and independent study, i.e., the amount of time students are expected to spend on their own study and assessment preparation. Students also have one-to-one time with academic staff in personal tutorials.

8. Academic Staff:

Staff employed on UWL Academic contracts at Lecturer level have a minimum requirement to have a higher degree in an appropriate discipline and a teaching qualification (PG Cert or Academic Professional Apprenticeship) and/or HEA Fellowship. Senior Lecturers have a similar minimum level and in addition should either hold a PhD or be registered on a doctorate programme. Associate Professor and Professor levels are required to have a PhD. All staff on Academic contracts at UWL are required to undertake teaching. Hourly paid teaching staff are also used across UWL and these colleagues bring a wide range of professional, specialist and industry experience to the teaching of our students. The University has made an explicit commitment to supporting the professional development of its staff through the programme of continuing professional development (CPD) managed and


delivered by the ExPERT Academy. All staff on Academic contracts have 5 days of CPD per annum as part of their terms and conditions

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9. Course Learning Outcomes: what can I expect to achieve on this course?

Level 3 Relevant modules

A – Knowledge and understanding

Evidence an emerging ability to identify key concepts, theories and practices relevant to the appropriate subject area (media and communication).

Demonstrate an introductory knowledge of contemporary developments across a range of media.

Show knowledge of the role of technology in the development of forms and practices.

Personalised Learning

Academic Performance

Contextual Studies in Media and Design

Creative Research in Media and Design

Creative Sectors

Major Foundation Project

B – Intellectual skills Evidence an emerging ability to select appropriate research sources to support written and visual work.

Be able to participate in informed discussion of contemporary issues circulating the subject area (media and communication).

Develop the ability to reflect on your own creative work – strengths and weaknesses.





Creative Sectors


C – Subject practical skills

Evidence an ability to select and utilise appropriate practical tools and software at an introductory level.

Produce work which demonstrates an emerging understanding of key practical skills and techniques.



Creative Sectors


D – Key / Transferable skills

Begin to develop IT skills including basic competencies in relevant software.

Gather and organise ideas, expressing them effectively in written, visual and verbal means.

Work productively individual as well as in a group.

Communicate effectively with your peers and tutors.





Creative Sectors




Investigate the fundamental principles and theories of multiplatform media production.

A4.2 Examine the relationship and impact of historical and contemporary issues and debates on multiplatform media production practice.

A4.3 Contextualise and make critical judgements of one’s own practice against that of professionals within a broad social, political and commercial arena.

PD

WFR

MRP

RSM

RJ

DVP

B – Intellectual skills B4.1 Develop cognitive skills through research and analysis of information.

B4.2 Generate ideas, concepts, proposals and solutions within the context of a multiplatform media production field of study.

All modules

PD

RJ


B4.3 Engage in critical debate, analyse information and formulate opinion in relation to an understanding and application of fundamental principles of multiplatform media production practice.

RSM

WFR

RSM

MRP

C – Subject practical skills C4.1 Apply research, development and evaluation of information to the process of generating multiplatform media production artefacts.

C4.2 Select and competently use appropriate equipment and materials in a range of multiplatform media production situations.

C4.3 Explore and experiment with processes, materials, and media in the generation of artefacts.

C4.4 Explore the development of multiplatform media production and post-production, and the relationship to the World Wide Web.

All modules

All modules

D – Key / Transferable skills D4.1 Manage the development of one’s own learning.

D4.2 Illustrate various methods of communicating and presenting information.

D4.3 Operate various IT applications to assist with both work and learning.

D4.4 Exhibit group/team working and social skills. D4.5 Adopt a flexible, adaptable and professional approach towards the development of

academic study skills.D4.6 Assess strengths and weaknesses of self and

All modules

WFR

RJ

All modules

All modules




A5.1 Evaluate the principles and theories of multiplatform media production within the context of commercial practice.

A5.2 Demonstrate an understanding of theories and critical approaches to multiplatform media production in relation to your own practice.

A5.3 Investigate the professional implications and degree of appropriateness in the choice of multiplatform media production materials, processes and medium.

A5.4 Develop an ability in making informed judgements in the selection of materials and processes.

REOBM

RDI

PD

TVSP

RDP

B – Intellectual skills B5.1Conduct effective primary and secondary research using a range of methods and approaches and apply them to conceptual development of a contextualised practice. Select appropriate methodologies and develop solutions, making reference to a broad range of influences and the capacity for independent thinking, within the

All modules

peers.


field of multiplatform media production practice.

B5.2Engage in critical analysis and debate in a broad range of experience, formulate independent judgement and articulate reasoned arguments with regard to the field of multiplatform media production.

B5.3Engage in critical analysis and debate in a broad range of experience, formulate independent judgement and articulate reasoned arguments with regard to the field of multiplatform media production.

All modules

All modules

C – Subject practical skills C5.1Utilize various research and analytical methodologies in the production of a range of multiplatform media production outcomes.

C5.2 Select a broad range of appropriate equipment and materials, confidently explore and experiment in the practice of ‘risk taking’ in a variety of practical solutions to the production of artefacts in a wide range of multiplatform media production scenarios.

C5.3 Display an ability for independent and team working skills.

C5.4 Articulate coherent ideas and concepts for project solutions.

All modules

All modules

All modules


All modules

D – Key / Transferable skills D5.1 Show the ability to interact effectively with others, for example through collaboration, collective endeavour and negotiation.

D5.2 Display confidence in the ability to articulate ideas and information comprehensively in visual, oral and written forms.

D5.3 Demonstrate the ability to: source, navigate, select, retrieve, evaluate, manipulate and manage information from a variety of sources and select and employ communication and information technologies.

D5.4 Express professional attitudes in working with colleagues, clients and the wider design community.

D5.5 Exhibit the ability to analyse information and experiences, formulate independent judgement, and articulate reasoned arguments through reflection, review and evaluation. In so doing identify personal strengths and needs, and reflect on personal development.

All modules

All modules



A6.1 Analyse in depth the principles and theories of multiplatform media production within the context of commercial practice.

A6.2 Demonstrate an advanced understanding of theories and critical approaches to multiplatform media

All modules


production in relation to your own commercial practice.

A6.3 Investigate and assess the professional implications and degree of appropriateness in the choice of multiplatform media production materials, processes and medium.

A6.4 Demonstrate high levels of professionalism and ability in making informed judgements in the selection of materials and processes.

All modules

All modules

All modules

B – Intellectual skills B6.1 Conduct advanced and highly effective primary and secondary research using a range of methods and approaches and apply them to conceptual development of targeted contextualised practice.

B6.2 Select appropriate methodologies and develop advanced solutions, making reference to a broad range of influences and the capacity for independent thinking, within the field of commercial multiplatform media production practices.

B6.3 Develop in-depth critical analysis and debate in a broad range of experience, formulate and apply independent judgement and articulate reasoned arguments with regard to an extended field of multiplatform radio & audio production and associated fields.

All modules

All modules

C – Subject practical skills C6.1 Utilize a range of research and All modules


analytical methodologies in the production of a broad range of multiplatform media production outcomes.

C6.2 Select an advanced range of appropriate equipment and materials, confidently explore and experiment in the practice of ‘risk taking’ in a variety of practical solutions to the production of specific artefacts in a wide range of multiplatform media production and associated scenarios.

C6.3 Demonstrate an ability for independent and team working skills.

C6.4 Articulate and demonstrate the ability to evaluate and apply coherent ideas and concepts for project solutions.

C6.5 Demonstrate the ability to select and combine appropriate multi platform skills to complex briefs.

All modules

All modules

All modules

All modules

D – Key / Transferable skills 6.1 Evidence the ability to interact effectively with others, using collaboration, collective endeavour and negotiation.

D6.2 Display an advanced level of skill in articulating ideas and information comprehensively in visual, oral and written forms.

D6.3 Demonstrate the ability to effectively: source, navigate, select, retrieve, evaluate, manipulate and manage information from a variety of sources and select and skilfully

All modules

All modules


employ communication and information technologies to an advanced level.

D6.4 Demonstrate professional attitudes in working with colleagues, clients and the wider broadcast and digital community.

D6.5 Streamline a focussed career pathway demonstrating commitment for professional multiplatform radio & audio production and the continued enthusiasm and motivation to sustain it.

D6.6 Demonstrate a high level of ability to critically analyse information and experiences, formulate independent judgement, and articulate convincing arguments through reflection, review and evaluation. In so doing identify personal strengths and needs, and reflect and action plan for personal development.

D5.7 Plan and develop a career pathway demonstrating interest and enthusiasm for professional multiplatform media production and the motivation to sustain it.

All modules

10. Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategies: how will I learn, how will my learning be assessed, and why are these the most appropriate methods?

Studio-based and practical activities are a significant feature of broadcast and sonic education, providing logic for both individual and group tuition. Effective learning environments are engendered in studios, workshops, production units and computing units, with staff and students sharing experiences as partners in the process of learning. Distinctive features of the subject include, for example, the use of projects as a vehicle for learning, and the group critique, where students present and discuss their work with their peers and tutors. These, together with the individual tutorials, promote reflective learning and the development of generic skills. Other teaching and learning methodologies include team-teaching, demonstrations, seminars and lectures, and peer learning. Live projects, competitions, work-related learning and student exchanges also provide vehicles for teaching and learning. Utilizing the cutting edge radio studio facility will enhance immensely the learning experience for students, giving them an industry parallel to learn in, ensuring they are industry ready in every facet of the radio and production strands within this


degree.

The development of students' independent learning skills is promoted through self-directed and self- initiated study, which may be formalized through individually negotiated learning agreements. Such personal and professional development is typically expressed in a range of forms including production diaries and personal development records, planning documentation and pitches and presentations, which inform the learning process throughout.

Students are likely to come from a variety of academic and practical backgrounds and have varying learning styles. It is always the intention to ensure that all learning needs are met and suitably supported.

Students will engage in learning through a variety of resources in person and online:

Lectures

Workshops

Practical demonstration

Guest sessions and industry events

BlackboardLecture capture

Relevant online professional resources

UWL Library services archive

Students will be encouraged to discover their own learning preferences and to develop strategies to improve their abilities to learn from other methods.

Students with diverse academic backgrounds and experiences there will be support for them through the Study Skills Support team to further develop their abilities.

Reflective practice will be enabled through the use of workbooks, project evaluation and personal development plans

The fundamental theories and concepts will be delivered by tutors, thus enabling students to investigate further in group work, seminars and projects.

Students will be encouraged to extend their knowledge beyond the classroom through reading and production activities relevant to the subject.

Feedback to students will be made both on a formal basis on assignments and in classroom contact which will encourage the development of skills on a regular basis.


Team working will be encouraged both informally in the classroom exercises and in formal group presentations.

Time management will be integral in the assessment with fixed deadlines to work to, which will reflect the workplace.

The students will have the opportunity to discuss subject queries with their personal tutors.

The students will be developing skills using Industry standard IT packages and by the use of standard practice methodology.

Students will carry out student-led practice beyond taught ‘classroom’ sessions through supported open-access arrangements to all practice studios/workshops.

Technology Enhanced Learning:

Levels 4,5 & 6 The course subscribes to the University’s TEL strategy, which forms part of

the more general IT strategy for the University, available at: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/sites/default/files/Departments/About-

us/Web/PDF/policies/IT_strategy.pdf The latter is designed to implement various modes of integration and

consolidation. The course deploys all of the resources of the VLE used by the University

(Blackboard), and operates in conjunction with the Reading Lists which interface with the Library. The resources of lecture capture technology (UWL Replay) are used on several modules. Modules with an audio-visual focus use Box of Broadcasts for off-air recordings of relevant television programmes, films screened on television as well as radio programmes linked to the syllabus.

Almost all modules with a theoretical emphasis will use Powerpoint or another comparable presentational aid. All modules are underpinned by their representation on Blackboard, with content for lectures, seminars and workshops placed on the VLE as appropriate for the learning event in question.

On-line assessment submission and feedback are used for all appropriate modules. This is in line with the University’s IT and TEL strategies.

Assessment strategies:

Learning strands throughout the course progress from primarily skills attainment and cognitive learning at level 4 (see Course Learning Outcomes – particularly A4.1-4 and C4.1-4), to more focused subject level and conceptual development at level 5 (Course Learning Outcomes – particularly B5.1-3), to then a more individual


https://www.uwl.ac.uk/sites/default/files/Departments/About-us/Web/PDF/policies/IT_strategy.pdf

https://www.uwl.ac.uk/sites/default/files/Departments/About-us/Web/PDF/policies/IT_strategy.pdf

personal development emphasis at level 6 (Course Learning Outcomes – particularly B6.1-3, C6.1-.5 and D6.1-6). Formative, summative and diagnostic assessment are regarded as positive learning tools and feedback from assessment offers students clear guidance with regard to future development. Assessment strategies support students' understanding of their learning processes and are designed to foster a deep approach to learning. Strategies also promote autonomous learning and self-evaluation as vital elements within the overall learning process. Self- and peer-evaluation constitute an important part of formative assessment and, on occasion, of the formal summative assessment process. Assessment criteria accommodate the speculative enquiry common to most disciplines in art and design, and provide fair and accurate assessment of teamwork and individual contributions to the overall outcome of collaborative projects. Feedback on assessed work is an important feature of students' learning. Art and design has a strong tradition of providing students with comprehensive oral feedback through tutorials and critiques, but written feedback (or audio recorded feedback) has increasingly supplemented this predominantly oral tradition, reflecting the art and design community's awareness of good practice in teaching, learning and assessment. Support systems at institutional and discipline levels identify student needs and provide relevant help and advice for both academic and pastoral matters. Research indicates that dyslexia is more prevalent amongst students of art and design than in other subjects, and UWL has well-established support systems for this need. The main form of module assessment will be the production of a portfolio of evidence. This may include a range of information such as research materials, evidence of self-reflection and evaluation, as well as the production of artefacts. Some modules will also require the production of essays relating to research and analysis concerned with the theoretical discourses and debates surrounding art, design and multiplatform radio & audio production practice. The timing of the assignments has been planned to ensure that the students are not overworked at any stage. Many of the technical subjects will have a final assessment. These will be a mixture of either essay and / or artefact production supported by research and production diaries to ensure that the work is a true reflection of the student’s knowledge understanding and skill developments in meeting the module’s learning outcomes. Documentation appropriate to professional workplace demands will also be integral, including commissioning documents and broadcast documentation in accordance with BBC and Commercial practice. Formative assessment is also used throughout all modules in the individual and group tutorial system to support and direct students prior to the formal summative assessment. 11. Formal and Informal Links with External Organisations/Industrial Partners:

what opportunities are there for me to interact with professional contacts?

Student Radio Association – Blast Radio is part of this association, and therefore our students can easily submit their work to competitions and receive access to


workshops and other learning opportunities. This has happened successfully in the past.

Radiocentre - Several lecturers in the course are members of this organisation. Industry briefing and other useful pedagogical material can be accessed from here.

Podium.me – Staff members have professional ties to this organization. Former students are still in collaboration with this Podium.me as a result of this relation.

AVID / Pro-Tools – Staff member is an Authorized Certified Instructor

BBC Radio 1 – 1Xtra – Radio 4 – Staff member Sue Bowerman has a professional relationship with these stations, as a producer of radio documentaries.

Media, Communications and Cultural Studies Association (MECCSA) – several lecturers are members of MECCSA and keep an active research activity within the organisation.

Ealing Studios – Proximity to SMR studios and house of the LSFMD partner Screenspace. Crossover of staff has already happened between venues and institutions.

BBC 6 Radio – Course lecturer works for this station;

Reprezent – Course lecturer is station management of this station;

Various employers in the media and cultural industries who provide work-placements on the ‘Industry Experience’ module.

12. Admissions Criteria: what qualifications and experience do I need to get onto

the course?

• UCAS Tariff (UG only)

• Subject-specific requirements

• Additional information

112 UCAS tariff points from Level 3 qualifications. These can include:

• A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above • BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit,

Merit • Access to HE Diploma

GCSE English and Maths (grade 9 – 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalents are also needed.

Arrangements for Recognition of Prior Learning

Mature applicants (aged 21+) that do not meet the above qualifications (L3 and L4) but possess relevant work experience are invited to apply. Applications to be considered on an individual basis, based on the


submission of portfolio, CV and, if necessary, an interview.

IELTS Score for International Students

Standard UG (L4 entry): 6.0 - minimum 5.5 in each individual element.

13. Student Support Arrangements: what kinds of academic and pastoral support and advice are available?

STUDENT SUPPORT University-wide Support Services for all students:

• Careers and Employment Services • Student Advice • Disability and Mental Health Advice • Information and Funding Team • Accommodation Service • Chaplaincy • Counselling • Students’ Union • Mentoring

Student advice, help and support is further detailed in the Student Handbook concerning University facilities, services and current policies: http://www.uwl.ac.uk/students/current-students/student-handbook Undergraduate and taught postgraduate courses The University-wide support framework encompasses:

• Induction • Course Leaders • Module Leaders • Personal Tutors • VLE (Blackboard) • In-course learning skills development* • Personal Development Planning (PDP)**

*Learning skills include critical appraisal, reflection, literature searching, information technology, peer review, group work, presentation, research, practice/professional skills, note-taking, writing skills, electronic information retrieval, communication skills and independent study at home. **PDP has been formalised on undergraduate degree courses via the Personal Tutorial system delivered through levels 4-6. These tutorials are designed to


http://www.uwl.ac.uk/students/current-students/student-handbook

support the development of academic skills (at level 4) employability (at level 5) and personal reflection and research enquiry linked to career options (at level 6). PDP is developed informally in other areas of learning through students’ development of personal skills such as time management, leadership, and teamwork. Guest speakers and field visits provide students with networking opportunities. Students have access to all the support provided by UWL students services (wellbeing, engagement, etc.) plus the pastoral support of Personal Tutors. Course specific In this course there is a culture of promoting field trips to external events (companies, exhibitions, public broadcasts) as well as to organise in-house events with invited guests from industry and academia to talk about their practice and sometimes provide feedback to students on the work they have produced.

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14. Assessment Matrix: a list of all the assessments on the course.

Module Title and Code

Core /Optional (write C or O)

Credit Assessment Type (choose from the dropdown list)

Weighting (%)

Overall pass mark

Minimum percentage (PSRBs and Apprenticeships only)

Apprenticeships Only: contributes to ‘End-Point Assessment’ (write YES or NO)

Submission: Week Number (indicative)

Level 6:

Experimental Communications

AD60036E

C 20 Portfolio 100 40 N/A N/A 14

Multimedia Project

MA60133E

C 40 Portfolio 10/15/60/15 40 N/A N/A 6&7/12 (sem 1)

13/14 (sem 2)

Experimental Radio and Multimedia Audio

MA60129E

C 20 Portfolio 10/60/30 40 N/A N/A 14

Blast Radio

MA60002E

C 20 Portfolio 40/60 40 N/A N/A 8/14

Freelancing and Creative Business Management

MA60132E

C 20 Portfolio 100 40 N/A N/A 12/15

15. External Examiner Arrangements: who checks the standards and quality of the course?

Gareth Thomas

Senior Lecturer Music Journalism & Music Marketing and Communications

University for the Creative Arts

Ashley Road

Epsom

Surrey KT18 5BE

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Telephone: 01372 202439

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PART B: Key Information

1. Awarding Institution University of West London

2. UWL School/College

LSFMD

3. Subject Area within School/College

Media

4. Academic Partners and type of arrangement

N/A

5. Course recognised by

N/A

6. Sites of delivery St. Mary’s Road, Ealing and Paragon House, Brentford

7. Modes and duration of delivery

Full time – 3 years + 1 year (Foundation)

8. Sequencing September only start

9. Final enrollable award(s)


10. Level of final award 6


11. Credit for final award (CATS and ECTS)

BA (Hons) Media Production - 360 CATS/180 ECTS

12. Exit awards and credits

L3 - Certificate of Achievement – 120 CATS -- L4 - Certificates of Higher Education (Cert HE) – 120 CATS L5 - Diplomas of Higher - Education (DipHE) – 240 CATS / 120 ECTS L6 – Ordinary degree - BA Media and Communications – 300 CATS / 180 ECTS

13. UCAS code(s) (UG programmes)

P302 - BA (Hons) Media Production

14. QAA Subject Benchmarking Statement

Communication, Media, Film and Cultural Studies (October 2016)

15. Apprenticeship Standard title and code

N/A

16. Course-specific Regulations

N/A

17. Language of study English 18. Original approval

Date 1997 Last Revision

Date July 2017 – Andy Fox


PART C: Record of Approved Amendments

Use the following table to list all amendments made to the programme between approval/review events. Add rows as necessary.

Approved Amendments to Course Specification since original approval/last review

Course Specification Title

Module Level and title

Brief Outline of Amendment

Approval by School/College Quality Committee

Approval effective from

Student cohort affected


Law for Journalists MA60095E Advertising and Brand Sound MA60131E

Replace Law for Journalists MA60095E with Experimental Communications AD60036E. Replace Advertising and Brand Sound MA60131E with Blast Radio MA60002E.

Date and meeting minute

10.06.20

Sept 2020 students entering Level 6 from AY2020/21


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