UAL UCAS Progression Pro Forma
- 1. UCAS APPLICATION Your Name BUZZWORD – bootham2019
- 2. Grades
- 3. GCSEs School Name Here Year Subject Grade Awarding Body 2016 English Language B WJEC 2016 English Literature C AQA 2016 Maths B Edexcel 2016 Food Technology A AQA 2015 Core Science B AQA 2016 Additional Science B AQA 2016 Further Additional Science C AQA 2016 General Studies C AQA 2016 ICT C OCR 2016 Religious Studies (Short Course) C OCR 2016 German C Edexcel
- 4. York College Grades Year Level (GCSE/FS) Subject Grade Awarding Body 2017 A Level (Year 1) Film Studies C WJEC 2017 A Level (Year 1) Mathematics E OCR 2017 A Level (Year 1) Computer Science E OCR 2018 Level 2 Diploma In Creative Media Production & Technology Merit UAL
- 5. UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology (Year 1) Unit Grade 1. Introduction to Media Processes and Technical Skills PASS 02. Introduction to Design and Research Skills in Creative Media Production PASS 03. Introduction to Professional Practice in Creative Media Production PASS 04. Critical and Contextual Awareness in Creative Media Production PASS 05. Investigating Audio Production and Technology PASS 06. Investigating Visual Production and Technology PASS 07. Investigating Interactive Production and Technology PASS 08. Developing a Creative Media Production Project MERIT
- 6. Final Grade Y1 Grade UCAS Points PASS 36 MERIT 60 DISTINCTION 84 Final Points Final Grade 60 Merit
- 7. UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology (Year 2) Unit Grade 9. Characteristics & Contexts in Creative Media Production PASS 10. Engaging With an Audience in Creative Media Production PASS 11. Preparing for Progression in Creative Media Production PASS 12. Specialist Study in Creative Media Production PASS 13.Extended Project in Creative Media Production Hope to Achieve Merit
- 8. Final Grade Y2 Grade UCAS Points PASS 72 MERIT 120 DISTINCTION 168 Final Points Final Grade 120 MERIT I hope to achieve the above grade at the end of this year
- 9. Courses
- 10. University Course Course Title Digital Media Production UCAS Code W212 Link https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/digital-media/ba-honours-digital-media- production/full-time Location Sheffield Hallam Entry Requirements/ Qualification GCSE Grades • English Language or literature at grade C or 4 • Maths at grade C or 4 UAL Grade • Merit UCAS points • 112 UCAS Points General Comments/ Course Content Learn to use industry-standard systems to create, capture, store, edit, compose and distribute digital media. Work with a wide range of professional industry standard equipment. Build your employability by working with nationwide digital media companies. Gain valuable experience by working on live projects. Have the opportunity to study abroad — with Erasmus funding available for European placements. Rating/Suitability 10/10
- 11. University Course Course Title Digital Media UCAS Code A8J7 Link https://beta.salford.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/digital-media Location Salford Entry Requirements/ Qualification GCSE Grades • English Language and Maths at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent) UAL Grade • Merit UCAS points • 112 UCAS Points General Comments/ Course Content Develop the design and technical skills to be effective in a wide range of existing and emerging digital employment opportunities Learn to build relationships with the digital creative industries, through our industry partnerships Investigate current practices and issues within the digital media sector Rating/Suitability 9/10
- 12. University Course Course Title Digital Media and Communications UCAS Code P304 Link https://www2.mmu.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/course/bsc-digital-media-and- communications/ Location Manchester Metropolitan Entry Requirements/ Qualification GCSE Grades • GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C or grade 4 UAL Grade • Merit UCAS points • 112 UCAS Points General Comments/ Course Content This degree programme suits inquiring and creative minds, and those seeking careers in television, radio, film and other media. You will investigate the creation, manipulation and processing of digital content for new communication and media technologies. You are encouraged to find your own creative identity and to express yourself through digital content. The course includes the social science theoretical frameworks in which content production is embedded and uses selected digital media to provide technical treatments of media content production. Rating/Suitability 8/10
- 13. University Course Course Title Creative Media Technology UCAS Code W212 Link https://courses.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/creativemediatech/ Location Leeds Beckett Entry Requirements/ Qualification GCSE Grades • English Language or literature at grade C or 4 • Maths at grade C or 4 UAL Grade • Merit UCAS points • 96 UCAS Points General Comments/ Course Content You will learn how to produce effective designs, websites, apps, short films and animations while working as part of a production team. You will build a substantial portfolio of work and you will have the chance to develop relationships with future employers at our showcase event, where you will display your final-year project and network with industry professionals. Rating/Suitability 7/10
- 14. University Course Course Title Digital Media and Society UCAS Code L391 Link https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/prospectus/courseDetails.do?id=L3912020 Location University of Sheffield Entry Requirements/ Qualification GCSE Grades • English Language or literature at grade C or 4 • Maths at grade C or 4 UAL Grade • Distinction UCAS points • 168 UCAS Points General Comments/ Course Content These are some of the issues that you will address on the BA Digital Media and Society. It is unique in offering you the opportunity to develop a broad understanding of the relationship between digital media and society. You will also learn how to make digital media products (such as websites and animations) that focus on the needs of the user and to use innovative digital methods to research digital media in society. Rating/Suitability 5/10
- 15. Personal Statement Support in the notes section at the bottom of each slide
- 16. I feel like applying to university would really help with focusing my passion of design into one specific area and expand my knowledge and build on my skills which will help me when looking for a job in design. I also think university will help with my independence by living away from home as well as preparing me for work in an industry that is always developing. My desire to study a creative course at University level was sparked in my secondary school education. In my IT work we had to create an interactive PowerPoint which would be used as a way of attracting tourism to York. Although the tools offered by PowerPoint were very limited in terms of design elements, I still had to create something that would appeal to a specific client and take into consideration the demographic I am creating for. At college I studied level 3 extended diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology. On this course I really expanded my knowledge in many aspect of design and production. Through the first year of this course we looked at the broad area of media, gaining skills in short film, animation and print. In the first year I produced a magazine front cover and double page spread, a website, a short film and an animated video game concept. For my final major project in year 1 I wanted to develop my page layout and design skills. I created a front cover, 2 double page spreads and a poster for an original magazine idea I created. I employed original photography, conducting a studio shoot. By focusing on print I have gained many skills in Photoshop, InDesign and photography. Along with the practical skills I have also expanded my knowledge in page layout, font choice and colour scheme which is important when creating products that are practical and visually appealing. After my time studying at university I hope to expand my knowledge and creative skills in many aspects of digital media. I hope to eventually be self-employed with my own company, creating pieces for a wide range of media outlets. University will help me achieve this by expanding my knowledge of programs and equipment used throughout digital media. One area of the media I want to work in is Virtual and Augmented Reality, as I feel this is a fast growing area in the media industry and is something that has incredible potential for its applications. Outside of education I have many hobbies as well as a part time job, working as a host for a restaurant. By being the host, I am the first point of contact for a customer, requiring me to have good communication skills. At my job I also work as part of a team, working toward a singular goal which requires the ability to work efficiently with others. Due to my love for technology I have a huge interest in playing computer games in which I have played for eSports teams and competed in nationwide tournaments as well as represented York.
Editor's Notes
- #17: Brief introduction referencing what subject/s (keep general if necessary) you are applying for and briefly why you want to go to university.