Start Date
- September 2026, Full Time, Day
What You Will Study
On this two year course you will work towards the T Level in Media, Broadcast and Production (Events and Venues Technician). Through collaborative learning and immersive study, you can take your production skills to the next level.
The course has a Core Component and Occupational Specialism.
The Core Component covers creative industry skills such as:
- The creative economy
- The individual in the creative industries
- Cultural context and vocabulary
- Audience
- Legislation/Regulation
- Professionalism and ethics
The Occupational Specialism (Events and Venues Technician) covers the following skills:
- Stage Management for Live Events
- Lighting Rigging Techniques
- Lighting Programming
- Sound Installation
- Live Sound Operation
- Deputy Stage Management
- Assistant Stage Management
- Props Making
- Scenic Construction and Design
- Production and Events Management
- Video Programming and Projection Mapping
In addition you will undertake a minimum of 315 hours of industry placement within an events-based industry relevant employer.
City College Norwich has excellent facilities, including the 160-seat Platform Theatre, rehearsal and dance studios, technical theatre workshop, TV Studio, audio recording studio, costume and prop stores. Our technical facilities emulate and surpass local professional venues.
You will learn on a vast range of technical equipment from the biggest and best names in the industry including:
- Thomas PARcans to Martin Professional LED moving head lighting fixtures
- Industry standard ETC lighting control systems
- Large Martin Audio and KV2 sound systems
- Yamaha Digital and Soundcraft Analogue sound control platforms
- Resolume Video design and Control.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Real Theatre Environment
Our theatre hosts over 18 student performances to members of the public each year.
Awarded by the UAL
All of our performing arts courses are awarded by the University of the Arts London.
Production Stage Management
Our students design and manage the sets, lighting, sound and general running for each student performance.
Entry Requirements
You will need to achieve five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and maths. A grade 4 or above is also required for GCSE Drama or equivalent.
You will also be invited in for a practical interview which forms a core part of the selection process.
How You Will Be Assessed
All assessments are externally set and marked by the awarding body Pearson.
The Core Component is assessed through written examination; the Employer Set Project (ESP) both are graded A*-E. The Occupational Specialism (OS) components are graded Pass, Merit, Distinction or Unclassified.
The overall grading is on a scale of Pass, Merit, Distinction, Distinction* or Unclassified. The overall grade is awarded by the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education (IfATE).
Course Progression
You could progress to relevant Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes or degree programmes. Please check the entry requirements for each degree programme with the relevant higher education provider as some universities currently do not accept T Levels.
Where Your Course Can Take You
The qualification supports progression to entry-level job opportunities in Media, Broadcast and Production.
Alternatively, you could progress to Level 3 apprenticeships to develop and gain certification of full occupational competence, or you could progress to higher-level Apprenticeships such as the Level 4 Post production Technical Operator, Assistant Technical Director (visual effects), Media Production Co-Ordinator and Assistant Recording Technician depending on their skills or experience.
Fees
If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16 to 18 on 31st August before the start of your course, your tuition fees will be free. If you are aged 19 and over, please contact the Advice Shop for more information by email at information@ccn.ac.uk or by calling 01603 773773.
You will need to provide your own equipment, with a list provided during induction. A basic laptop, Chrome Book or tablet would really help throughout this course. Students pay for enrichment trips and educational visits during the academic year. International trips are optional and are at additional cost payable by the student.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Real Theatre Environment
Our theatre hosts over 18 student performances to members of the public each year.
Awarded by the UAL
All of our performing arts courses are awarded by the University of the Arts London.
Production Stage Management
Our students design and manage the sets, lighting, sound and general running for each student performance.
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