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NQ CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

  • Start date:   August 2023
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 5
  • Course Type:   Full-time

NQ CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

Please be aware this course is now full. Alternatively, you can explore other courses on our website or email choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk if you wish to speak to a member of staff.

This course gives students the foundation skills in photography, art and video production.

The course is mainly practical and aims to assist participants further progression onto any one of the main areas of study.

  • What this course includes

    The course includes:

    • Photography
    • Art and design
    • Video

Why choose this course

You will be guided and supported by our skilled teaching team and we will support you to progress onto further study. The course develops an awareness of the opportunities and range of employment within the creative industries. Candidates are able to develop practical skills alongside employability skills, and the attitudes needed to work in the creative industries.

Entry requirements

The college applies some discretion but it helps if you possess one of the following:

  • Three National 4 awards (or equivalent) in subjects such as media, art, ICT
  • A portfolio of digital work showing aptitude for one or more of the areas covered by the course

We encourage students with work experience to apply.

If English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 is an entry requirement for this course.

  • Grad

    Where it leads

    Education: further study at various levels in art, photography or video/film studies.

    Employment: introductory level employment within the wide range of creative industries.

     

Interview arrangements

If you are invited for an interview, plan to be in college for around 15 minutes.

You will be asked to carry out a task in advance of the interview and details will be sent after you complete your application.

Bring any additional related work you may have.

Fees, Finance & Funding

There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds. Click here to find out more

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Take that next step in your career and apply for this course today. If the course is not yet open for applications, feel free to ask any questions by clicking make an enquiry.