Film and Television Higher National Diploma - HND

Course Information
Start your journey into the dynamic world of film and television with this Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Film & Television. Designed for aspiring creatives, this one-year vocational course provides the perfect foundation for a career in the industry or progression to higher-level study. Successful completion allows you to move onto the HND and then ‘top-up’ to a full bachelor’s degree in Creative Media Technologies with our partner, the University of Portsmouth.
Set against current and emerging trends, the course combines theory and hands-on practice across all stages of production — from concept development and scriptwriting to filming, editing, and post-production. You’ll explore factual and fictional content through film, documentary, drama, and wider moving image entertainment.

Practical experience is at the heart of the programme. You’ll work on location and in our state-of-the-art facilities, including a green screen virtual production environment and a fully equipped TV studio with LED wall technology. Alongside technical skills, you’ll develop creative and professional expertise in single and multi-camera productions, VFX, cinematography, and editing.

**Modules (Themes)
Year One (HNC)**
• Cinematography



• Film & Television Practices



• Television Broadcasting



• Factual Programming



• Career Development



Year Two (HND progression)
• Virtual Studio Production



• Advanced Film & Television Practices



• Advanced Editing & VFX



• Moving Image Production



• Advanced Career Development



Key Features
• Progression route to HND and then a full degree with the University of Portsmouth.



• Hands-on experience using professional equipment and software.



• Work on live assignment briefs to build real-world skills and industry connections.



• Access to cutting-edge facilities, including green screen virtual production and LED wall studio.



• Small group sizes for personalised support and high success rates.



• Celebrate your achievement at a graduation ceremony.