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Cornwall

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// Radio Production

2 Year Extended BTEC Diploma & NCFE Certificate

This brand new programme will provide you with high quality, authentic and hands-on radio-making skills and expertise, preparing you for university or employment within the industry. This is no ordinary course, you will be making real radio content for dBs Radio and a range of other commercial and community stations. The course will be delivered within technology-rich environments and all resources will reflect current industry standards and practices. Core to this radio provision is the development of entrepreneurial, journalistic and communication skills.

Friendly Environment

We are very proud of our brand new centre in Camborne, Cornwall which houses dedicated radio studios, recording studios, practice rooms, and teaching spaces. dBs is nothing like a standard college or sixth form. Our students represent a diverse media- and music-making community that you will work and collaborate with during your time with us. Our dedicated facilities support active learning and are dedicated to media, music and creativity. We pride ourselves on our supportive, friendly, inspiring and fun learning environment.

Hands On

A successful radio production course requires a large amount of hands on time. Whilst students do need a foundation of theory to support their vocational practice, it is our belief that students should spend most of their time honing their craft in seriously well-equipped production facilities. Segmented into NCFE Certificate, Subsidiary and Extended Diploma pathways this programme will be delivered at dBs studios in partnership with Cornwall College in Camborne. You will be required to attend college for 2.5 days per week, made up of 1 day working at the radio station and 1.5 days of guided lectures, workshops and tutorials. Outside of this time you will be required to work on projects and gain as much experience and knowledge as possible.

Progression

Upon successful completion you may progress to:

  • a Foundation or Honours Degree in Media or Radio Production
  • a Foundation or Honours Degree Audio Production
  • employment at entry level in the music industry or related vocational area
  • freelance in a wide range of areas of the music industry.