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Level 4 HNC Film and Television in Chester

CostContact the provider
Duration300 hours
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start13 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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About this course

Level 4 HNC Film and Television in Chester. Classes run at Cheshire College South Chester Campus, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the college for details.

This HNC film and television course covers the practical and creative skills behind screen production. You'll explore areas such as cinematography, editing, storytelling, and production planning. Around 300 hours of study make up the full-time programme. The course is delivered through the Pearson Edexcel BTEC framework.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate in Film and Television.

Who this course is for

"Film and Television BTEC HNC - Level 4 - EDEXCEL is suitable for adult learners."

Entry requirements

We welcome an application profile that meets one of the following:

  • A BTEC Level 3 qualification in media
  • A GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject
  • Other related Level 3 qualifications
  • An Access to Higher Education Diploma awarded by an approved further education institution
  • Related work experience as determined at interview with the Course Team Leader

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in film and television production techniques.
  • You'll learn how to plan and manage a screen production project.
  • You'll practise cinematography and camera operation.
  • You'll develop video editing and post-production skills.
  • You'll explore screenwriting and visual storytelling.
  • You'll study the media industry, including its professional contexts and working practices.
  • You'll build a portfolio of creative work to support your career.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions, practical workshops, and project-based assignments. Assessment is coursework-based, using assignments and portfolios that reflect real production tasks. There are no written exams. You'll work on briefs that develop both your technical skills and your understanding of the film and television industry.

What you will need to bring

Cheshire College South Chester Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, cuts and assembles footage for film, TV, or online content.
  • Content creator, produces video content for brands, broadcasters, or digital platforms.
  • Camera operator, works on film or television productions.
  • Production assistant, supports the planning and running of screen productions.
  • Media coordinator, manages content and production schedules for a media team.
  • Junior broadcast technician, supports technical operations in a studio or on location.

What you could study next

  • HND in Film and Television (Level 5), the natural next step after this HNC, deepening your production and industry knowledge.
  • BA (Hons) in Film Production or Media Production (Level 6), a degree that opens roles in directing, producing, and broadcast journalism.
  • Specialist short courses in editing software, colour grading, or sound design, useful for building specific technical skills alongside your career.
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