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BTEC Diploma in Animation for Computer Games Design Level 2
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Options include:
- Animation & interactivity for Games Design,
- Motion Graphics for SFX,
- 3D Modelling and character design,
- Storyboarding and Narrative development for Games Design,
- Moving Image and SFX
The course is an option within the BTEC Level 2 Extended Diploma in Animation & Multimedia (Games Development). It has embedded Work Skills to provide an ideal course for those with an interest in games or new media design.
Discover the diversity and potential of multimedia. Explore graphics, illustration, typography, web design, multimedia production, 2D and 3D animation, desktop video production and special effects. You will produce traditional and digital creative work while developing your visual, written and oral communication skills through contextual studies and professional studio practice. You will explore Italian Renaissance art and learn about perspective alongside the study of Manga and contemporary artists such as Takashi Murakami
You will also create ideas and solutions to meet industry-standard briefs. Assessment is continuous and the course ends in a final project where you can specialise in an area of your choice. You will use professional software packages such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Maya, Final Cut Pro, After Effects and Director. You will learn how to use scanners, printers, digital and video cameras. You will also have the opportunity to study an additional A level in Art, Media or Photography to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Off-site visits to galleries and other educational institutions will compliment and inform your practical work. Students from this course have an excellent track record in relation to progression to higher education. We have strong links with Ravensbourne, Bournemouth and London College of Communication who all offer advice and guidance on portfolio content.
Where this course might take me:
You could progress to very popular career routes in games, animation, multimedia authoring, interactivity and digital applied art, or to a Higher Education course.
For Matthew Jones, this course took him to University at Ravensbourne:
“Tower Hamlets College has made me want to achieve, the best thing is that THC offers me comfort and security, it has made me take my work seriously and opened my mind to career choices,” says this Ex-Langdon Park student.
Tower Hamlets College has helped Matthew reach his full potential, by setting him on route to a specialist design summer school and a work placement with Framestore, one of the largest digital visual effects company in Europe, as well as another at Channel 4. Now he’s off to Ravensbourne, a specialist art university to study Production for Web-delivered Media.
Matthew has always been fascinated by animation. He wanted to see the bigger picture of what he can do with his talent, so he enrolled on a BTEC course at Tower Hamlets College after receiving some much needed advice from College staff members who sensed both his commitment and worries about studying. “My course pushed me creatively, I used to find places like The Tate Gallery boring but now I really appreciate it and admire the work some artists do,” commented Matthew. “I really enjoyed College, it was great!” he adds.
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AS/A Level Film Studies
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What is A level Film Studies About?
A level Film Studies is really about studying and understanding that ideas and processes that are involved in communicating through film and in the making of films. It works at all levels: in a scene, the director's choice of lighting and camera angles, for example, determines our perception of characters. In the film as a whole, we make guesses about characters' motivations and actions based on our knowledge of other films in the same genre. At the level of the film industry as a whole, we have different expectations about a mainstream Hollywood film or an independent British production.
What will I learn on A level Film Studies?
This impressive course will help you understand more about films not only Hollywood films but also aspects of British Cinema. On this course you will investigate film making from the Hollywood studio system through to contemporary Bollywood. At AS Level you will examine contemporary American and British Cinema. You will get a chance to consider a wide range of films from the silent classics through to the contemporary era of CGI. You will also explore how the industry has survived the growth of TV and the Internet.
At A2 Level you will study world cinema and critical studies (debates and issues within the film world), while examining your own responses to film. Through a combination of screenings, practical sessions, lectures, group work, presentations and individual research you will explore aspects such as narrative, genre, representation, cinematography, editing and sound. You will then be able to analyse or ‘read’ a film. You will also have the opportunity to write a creative piece of scriptwriting or film journalism.
Sample Exam Question
In a typical question for the 'industry' paper, students would be asked to read two film projects (one very similar to Notting Hill, the other to The Full Monty) and decide which one should be subsidized if the British film industry is to survive competition from Hollywood.
Will A level Film Studies be suitable for me?
Obviously, Film Studies suits students who enjoy watching films. However, it should be stressed at this point that Film Studies is not a film club but an academic approach to film-making. Students should therefore be interested in finding out what goes on behind the scenes. Moreover, a large part of the assessment consists of essay-writing, so to do well in Film Studies you should have proved yourself in GCSE subjects such as English Literature.
Film Studies develops academic critical thinking, visual and critical awareness and important research skills. It complements other A Level subjects such as English Literature, History, Politics, Business, Sociology and Psychology, Photography, Art & Design, Media or Communication Studies.
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Business
Print PageSend to friendDuring this course you will develop skills, knowledge and understanding of business and apply your learning in a number of practical situations. You will study ten units, each dealing with an aspect of running a successful business, such as finance, law, marketing and customer service. You will be assessed through coursework.
Introduction to Hair and Beauty VRQ1 City & Guilds
Print PageSend to friendYou will learn all the basic Beauty Therapy/Hairdressing treatments such as mini facials, mini manicures and shampooing/finishing. There is a high practical content to the course as you work in our real salon environments. There is also a theory element to the course to underpin your practical knowledge.
PACE Peer Youth Work Training
Print PageSend to friendLevel 1/2 PACE training (Participate, Activate, Communicate, Empowerment and Equality) is the first step for a young person who wishes to become an active volunteer, junior leader or youth worker. You must be 16 years or over and involved in a local youth project in Tower Hamlets, or be interested in volunteering in youth work.
Hairdressing VRQ3 City & Guilds
Print PageSend to friendIn this course students study a variety of units including:
- Health and Safety
- Consultation techniques
- Cutting women's hair, creating a variety of looks
- Styling and dressing hair
- Cutting men's hair to create a variety of looks
- Colouring hair to create a variety of looks
- Bridal hair
- Colour correction
Learners will need to buy a uniform and kit, and a work placement is essential.
Cycle Mechanics & Engineering
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Cycle Mechanics & Engineering. Consider a career in this fast paced industry. Maybe you are a bike mechanic already and would like to gain a nationally recognised qualification to validate your skills and experience? We can train you in a dedicated, fully equipped cycle training facility with well experienced, professional staff. In fact, this is the only full time bicycle maintenance course in London! Find out about our next Open Day. Come along and see for yourself the fantastic facilities we have and find out more about the courses we offer!
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AS/A Level in Graphic Design
Print PageSend to friendGraphic designers are skilled at combining elements such as text, graphics and images to communicate a message to a target audience. This might be in the form of a poster, magazine, some packaging, a website, film credits, a TV commercial or even in a computer game. The final product has to be both eye-catching to get the attention of the viewer and also has to serve a purpose.
A Level Graphic Design is ideal for anyone who wishes to progress to university/college or pursue a career in the Design Industry.
On the course you will explore the fundamentals of Graphic Design:
- illustration & mark making
- signs, symbolism and other non-verbal communication methods.
- letter forms & typography,
- photography,
- positioning of graphic elements in a layout
You will also learn about the importance of drawing skills in finding solutions to creative problems using flair, imagination and personal initiative. This will be achieved through developing a thorough understanding of what is involved in the design process- carrying out initial research in response to a given brief; developing ideas through to the production of a finished design. Towards the end of the year, you will produce a personal study which will be presented in both written and visual form.
You will also develop your understanding of how the practice of graphic design developed by exploring past history. As part of the course there are also are opportunities to take part in study visits to national contemporary galleries and to meet practicing graphic designers.
This course will support the development of reflective and self-evaluative skills essential for a successful career in the creative and media. You will also develop your communication and research skills, your ability to solve problems, your visual observation skills and improve your time management.
The skills and knowledge that you acquire will stand you in good stead in relation to many aspects of contemporary life and will enable you to produce a portfolio of creative work to demonstrate your design and technical skills.
Access to Business and Accounting
Print PageSend to friendAccess courses are for adults who want to study at University, but do not yet have the required qualifications. To be successful on the course you need to be prepared for a year of intensive study which will include a lot of private study in addition to your time in College. You will take modules in Business Studies, Economics and Accounts as well as English, Maths, Study Skills and IT. Previous students have progressed to a wide range of business related courses across London and the UK.
Tower Hamlets College has an arrangement, called a progression with Birkbeck, University of London. This means that Birkbeck offers a guaranteed entry to graduates of the Access to HE Diploma (Business and Accounting) from Tower Hamlets College onto their courses in Management and Accounting and have connections with your tutors to support you if you are interested in applying. Further information »
Preparing for Successful Study
Print PageSend to friendThis course will support you in your return to study and prepare you for future courses such as Progression awards and Access programmes.
On this course you will cover:
• Writing skills for assignments
• Researching and developing ideas & concepts
• Action planning personal time in order to complete work
• Analysing the work of others
• Constructing reports and essays
• Exploring your preferred learning styles
• Using the library and the Learning Zone
You will also be supported in improving your English and Maths skills.
Entry requirements:
While there are no formal entry requirements for this course, suitable applicants would likely have some previous GCSE or O Level qualifications, though not necessarily at high grades. At interview we will discuss prior attainment and your plans for progression, and assess your suitability for this level of course.
Progression:
This course will prepare you for further studies in a wide range of areas. Most specifically it will equip you to study a full Level 2 Progression course, or preparing you for an Access to HE course. Through this route of progression you can open the door for entry to studying a Higher Education course at university.
Successful completion of this programme will enhance your chances progression onto a course at this college.
Additional Diploma in Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy) in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Print PageSend to friend- Unit 1: Numeracy and the Learners
- Unit 2: Developing Numeracy knowledge and Understanding
- Unit 3: Numeracy Learning and Teaching - this unit comprises 75 hours of adult numeracy teaching, 4 hours of which are assessed.
- Additional sessions will include observations of teaching and attendance of lectures which support the programme.
Accreditation of prior learning may be possible for people who hold a degree in Maths. The course team will discuss individually on application. Delivery of the Maths content will explicitly encourage participants to discuss and reflect about Maths and their own learning. The course is designed to make links between their own experiences and the personal and social factors affecting learning.
E1, E2 and E3 Numeracy
Print PageSend to friendIn this course you will study towards an entry level certificate in adult numeracy. The certificate in adult numeracy can improve your numeracy skills and confidence that will help you in all aspects of your life and help you get a better job.
Introductory Certificate in Hair & Beauty JANUARY START
Print PageSend to friendThis course is designed for dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated individuals who wish to pursue an exciting career in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy. The course is made up of written and practical based work both of which help develop the necessary skills and knowledge required to begin your journey within this exciting and ever evolving industry. To achieve the necessary skills, training will take place in our well equipped, modern salons, with instruction from our team of highly skilled, qualified and friendly staff.
You will study approximately 14 hours per week and some of the time will be spent in the hair and beauty salons learning about the industry and different pathways to work, personal presentation and image. You can then choose to study either hairdressing or beauty therapy at the next level.
You will cover:
- personal presentation
- hand care, skin care, nail art and shampooing
- make up application and face painting
- women's hair styling
- using colour to create an image
You will need a uniform and kit at an additional cost.
On successful completion of this course, not only will you gain a nationally recognised qualification, but also a clear progression route onto the next level course, and an achievement bonus of up to £100.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Print PageSend to friendLearners are given the opportunity to develop a range of counselling skills and self assessment skills and develop a greater self-awareness. They are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning.
The core theoretical model of this approach is Person-centred, however other models are taught as a comparison.
What you will study:
- Understanding the context for the use of counselling skills
- Using counselling skills
- Professional ethics and boundaries
- Counselling theory
- Personal development
Students will need to be in personal counselling during at least 12 weeks of the course.
How you will be assessed:
Assessment is through a portfolio. There is no exam.
English and Humanities
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