HND Film and Television (Level 5) – Full-time

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Key details

Course area: Media, Digital and Photography
Student type: University Level
Course type: Full-time University Level course
Course level: Level 5
Start date: Monday 21st September 2026
Location: City Hub 111 Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7HB
Fees: £8,250.00
Course code: Parent course code:C056792 Child course code: Q056793
UCAS course code: FLM2
UCAS institution code: N30

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Course introduction

This new Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Film and Television course has been designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and insights needed to excel in this global industry.

The course brings together a wide range of skills and technical understanding from areas that are increasingly converging. You will build up production skills covering the creation of ideas from written concepts, scripts and audience research through to filming and editing for film, television, audio and online.

The aim is that HND graduates will be best placed to secure employment either as freelance or for an organisation.

Units are planned to include:

Year 1 (Level 4)

Concept and Development – This is aimed at enhancing your foundational knowledge, understanding, and skills in creative practice through the exploration of film and television. You will study the history, theories, and advancements in the field, along with the technical knowledge and skills needed to support your creative work.
Creative Project – This provides the opportunity to apply and consolidate your learning by creating a project that showcases your skills and understanding.

Year 2 (Level 5)

Personal Professional Development – This is designed to help you build and apply contextual knowledge to support your personal growth in the film and television industry. It will also focus on developing professional strategies for creative problem-solving to drive your progression further.
Professional Project – This provides the opportunity to apply your contextual knowledge of film and television in response to a professional brief. You will use creative problem-solving skills to develop ideas, proposals, and the final outcome of your project.

Timetable (subject to change)

The current timetable is as follows but this is subject to change:

Wednesday 13.00 – 20:00 and Thursday 13:00 - 16:00
Plus self directed study

Please note: Some classes may be delivered online.

Facilities

The course will be based at our newly-developed Digital Media Centre at the City Hub campus. You will have access to our new broadcasting studio, podcasting/audio studio, 2 photography studios as well as the industry-standard Adobe Creative Suite. You will have numerous opportunities to engage with other students aiming to get into the creative industries and will work in response to industry briefs.

Course information

Duration

2 years

Qualification

Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Film and Television - subject to approval

Entry Requirements

You’ll need a minimum of 64 UCAS points from:

At least two A Levels at A2
Level 3 BTEC Diploma or Extended Diploma
International Baccalaureate
Access to HE Diploma
T levels

Other combinations of qualifications and experience will also be considered, as will Level 3 qualifications not currently listed on the UCAS tariff.

GCSE English Language and Maths passes at Grades 9 to 4 (previously A* to C) are required. As an equivalent, we expect applicants to be working at (or to demonstrate their competency at) Level 2 or above in English/literacy and Maths/numeracy.

Mature applicants with relevant industrial experience - but without the standard entry requirements - are encouraged to apply.

Applicants will be considered based on experience and may be invited to an informal interview to assess their ability to successfully complete the course.

Teaching & Assessment

A mixture of traditional and innovative assessment methods will be used, including individual and group presentations, discussions, report writing, case studies, presentations, research and project work, examinations, reflective journals and work-based projects.

Progression

HND graduates will be well-placed to progress to training or employment in the global creative industries - such as: camera operator, sound/lighting technician, editor, producer, director of photography, videographer, games developer, filmmaker or into the teaching profession. For those wishing to stay in higher education, graduates could go on to the third year of a university degree at a wide range of providers.

Additional Information

This course is subject to approval.

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Photographers, Audio-visual and Broadcasting Equipment Operators

Potential Earnings

£52,797.92

Average Earnings

£28,232.99

Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).

Pathways

Art, Performance and Design

People in these occupations create art and fine craftwork, produce and perform plays and motion pictures, and design graphics and other products.

Media, Publishing and Information Services

People in these occupations produce, publish, and release media and provide library, archive, curation, and information services.

Skills

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Monitoring

Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

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