Accreditation

Accreditation info:

RollingSound Schools Programme offers Level 1 and 2 courses on the QCF framework. The courses are designed to teach core IT and creativity skills in a range of dynamic and engaging activities and reflective practice. The young people will learn key transferable skills, which are also re-enforced with IAG support for their future progression.

Video Games Design (ABC Award, Arts, Design and Creative Studies Certificate; Level 1 and 2)

The Video Games design course is a creative and practical course where participants will make their own video game, comic and packaging. They will use professional software to explore a wide range of skills and creative processes to enhance their game. They will examine the social and historical contexts of gaming culture.  They will also learn about basic Graphic design principles when creating their packaging.

Creative Multimedia (NCFE Creative Craft Certificate; Level 1 and 2)

Creative Multimedia is a practical course that teaches basic graphic design and music production skills. Participants will follow a design process which will culminate in making an album of music, album cover, poster and merchandise. The course will involve Photography, including field trips, professional lighting techniques and editing in Photoshop; Graphic Design workshops using Photoshop and Illustrator and Music; using Fruity Loops.

Arts route:

The Qualifications and Credit Framework: (QCF)

The QCF is the new system for qualifications in the UK.  For more information, please visit:

http://www.qcda.gov.uk/qualifications/60.aspx