Media, Music & Sound Production
Live Events Media Production HND
Campus Sighthill Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 8
Study mode Full time
Start date
Aug 2025
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Course overview
This is a two-year course (for applicants at SCQF Level 6 or equivalent) for you to learn the art of live event media production through a course built around real-world, practical experience in:
- video camera operation
- lighting
- vision mixing
- sound mixing
- video recording
- video editing and graphics
This two-year HND programme is designed for those who want to learn by doing, with a focus on practical activities, including coverage of live events and industry-based projects.
Whether you want to work in live television, live streaming, sports or music event filming, or digital media, this course will equip you with technical expertise, creative skills, and real-world problem-solving abilities to succeed in high-pressure live environments.
You'll work with professional-grade equipment, produce live content, and gain direct experience in a fast-paced, exciting world of live events.
This two-year course is based at our Sighthill campus. Students joining us should have achieved a relevant SCQF Level 6 qualification or equivalent. The qualification you will be awarded after two years will be called "HND Audio Visual Technology".
Why Choose This Course?
- Learn by Doing – The course is focused on practical training and live projects.
- Real-World Live Event Experience – Work on actual live productions, covering sports, concerts, e-sports, corporate events, and more.
- Hands-On Training with Industry Equipment – Operate professional cameras, audio gear, switchers, lighting setups, and streaming platforms.
- Problem-Solving in Live Environments – Learn how to adapt and troubleshoot under pressure during live broadcasts.
- Build a Portfolio of Live Work – Gain real production credits to showcase your skills to potential employers.
What you will learn
- Live Broadcasting and Streaming – How to set up and operate professional live streaming systems for YouTube, Twitch, and other corporate platforms.
- Multi-Camera Production – How to manage live camera feeds, vision mixing, and dynamic shot compositions.
- Live Audio Production – How to control sound mixing, microphone placement, and real-time audio adjustments.
- Lighting for Live Events – How to design and implement effective lighting setups for professional video quality.
- Graphics and Overlays – How to create real-time graphics, lower-thirds, and overlays for polished broadcasts.
- On-Site Production Management – How to coordinate crews, manage schedules, and paperwork, work to a budget and handle live event logistics.
- Post-Production and Content Editing – How to create, edit and refine recorded live content for on-demand viewing and social media distribution.
Placement information
- This course is perfect for aspiring live event producers, audio-visual technicians, content creators, and media professionals.
- The course is built for hands-on learners who want to gain practical experience in real-world live events.
- Don't just learn about live media—get out there and produce it!
How the course is assessed
- This is a project-based curriculum, where you will predominantly be assessed on your performance across project work.
- You will be assessed through both practical and written assignments.
Number of days per week
- You will primarily be taught on 3 regularly scheduled days per week.
- You may occasionally be asked to participate in filming projects on evenings and/or weekends depending on the variable nature of the projects.
Entry requirements
- A minimum of two Highers at C or above (preferably in English, a Science or Mathematics), or successful completion of a relevant NC qualification at SCQF Level 6, or a relavant UAL Level 3 qualification, or equivalent.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- You will be asked to an interview to assess your suitability for the course.
- Interviews will take place at the Sighthill campus. In some situations, we may allow interviews to take place online via MS Teams.
- We may also ask students to provide examples of their previous creative work in the form of a portfolio.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- BA Film Degree course.
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Sighthill Campus | Full time | 25/08/25 |
