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The course team welcomes applicants from a broad range of backgrounds from all over the world. The course attracts students who apply direct from A-level (or equivalent) or from Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, or other art or design courses, as well as mature students who may have previously worked in industry.

The standard minimum entry requirements for this course are:

80 UCAS tariff points gained at GCE Advanced (A) Level or equivalent. (A-level subjects studied may include: English; History; Media; Business; Art and Design, or other subjects within Social Sciences). Ideally your A-levels will be achieved at grade C or above.

Or

One subject at A-level achieved at grade C or above PLUS Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3/4).

Alternatively, you will be considered if you have achieved a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points from one of the following qualifications:

• BTEC Extended Diploma.
• UAL Extended Diploma in Art and Design.
• Access to HE Diploma.
• International Baccalaureate Diploma.
• Equivalent EU or Non-EU qualifications.

Additionally, you will have achieved passes at grade C or above in at least three GCSE subjects including English.

If you are applying on the basis of your previous experience, you should apply as normal via UCAS. You will then be guided by the admissions team on next steps of the AP(e)L process, through either Accreditation of Experiential Learning (AEL) or Accreditation of Certificated Learning (ACL).

If you have successfully completed year 1 of a degree course at another institution and wish to continue your studies at LCC, you can identify the point of entry as year 2 on your application, and consideration will be given by the course admissions tutor.

Language requirements (international/EU)

All classes are conducted in English. If English is not your first language you will be asked to provide evidence of your English language ability when you enrol.

• IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) is required, with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four skills.
• You can check you have achieved the correct IELTS level on our language requirements page.

Student selection - what do we look for?

We make our offers based on the strength of the whole application, and therefore don’t routinely invite applicants to interview.

The course admissions tutors will review the following key elements when making a decision on your suitability to join the course:

• Most importantly they will review your personal statement.
• They will consider your qualifications (or projected results).
• They will review your academic or personal references.
• International applicants may be invited to interview in person at LCC, or via Skype if overseas or unable to attend.

Personal statement advice

This is an important part of your application and should demonstrate to the team that you are interested in live events and television, and that you have thought carefully about why you want to study on this course.

You can demonstrate this through your previous work experience or study, personal experience and your ambitions for personal development as a student at LCC.

You should ensure it is written clearly, and free of any spelling mistakes. It is your chance to impress the team by demonstrating your appreciation of what the course can offer you and how you feel it will help you in the future.

State what you personally would bring to the course, and explain what motivates you to learn, explore and experiment.

Selection criteria

The details on your UCAS application (including the academic reference and your personal statement) will be used by the course admissions tutors to assess your suitability against the following criteria:

• A demonstrable interest in the disciplines that contribute to the production of live events and television.
• An appreciation of visual imagery and an awareness of the role communication technology plays within this area of study.
• An understanding of the need for a critical and analytical approach (through research and practice) to this area of study.
• Evidence of collaborative and/or organisational skills.

Referral to alternative UAL courses

The University operates a cross-referral system, where applicants can be considered for and offered a place on an alternative course, if the admissions tutor feels they are more suited to that course. If you wish to opt out of the cross-referral process you can do so at the application form stage.

We invite all offer holders to come to LCC, from January onwards, to attend one of our Offer Holder events. Offer holders will have the chance to meet the team, find out more about the course, and see our diverse and vibrant student community in action.

Successful applicants will be guided through the rest of our admissions stages and towards enrolment on the course.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Television and Live Events Production will be able to celebrate a diverse and large employment market that could allow them to enter into a variety of roles, depending on the specific area in which they specialise.

To inspire students, here is a list of potential employment opportunities:

• Independent and regional television, film and video production companies.
• Lighting and audio companies.
• Set provision and construction and scenic painting companies.
• Independent professionals; such as designers, set dressers, scenic artists, directors, producers, production managers.
• Drama training institutions and educational linked ventures.
• Touring theatre companies.
• Exhibition and display production companies.
• Museum events.
• Commissioned festival and special events contracts.
• Charitable fundraising events.
• Sports events.
• Fashion and advertisement promotional events.
• Music events.
• Residential or short term theatre and television studio contracts.
• Conference, corporate, party and charity functions management companies.
• Leisure and community events.
• Theme parks.
• Web-based productions.

Graduates will have opportunity of employment at differing levels of responsibility depending on the nature of the production and depending on the focus they choose to elect.

Below is a selection of potential roles:

• Production designer / Art Director.
• Producer / Assistant Producer.
• Assistant Creative Director.
• Assistant Project Director.
• Production Researcher.
• Live event or television camera person.
• Fashion Show Co-ordinator.
• Assistant Production Manager.
• Event Logistics and Operations Manager.
• Assistant Floor / Studio/Stage / Location Manager.
• Lighting design Assistant/Operator.
• Sound design Assistant/Operator.
• Assistant Technical Manager.
• Prop Designer / Maker / Supervisor / Buyer / Supplier.
• Set Dresser.
• Assistant Model Maker.
• Technical Drafts Person.
• Scenic Artist.
• Party / Festival Co-ordinators.
• Charities/educational event co-ordinators.
• PR-related event work.