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Entry requirements Scottish Higher BBBCC For details of related HNC and HND courses, see www.qmu.ac.uk/college- qualifications. A Level BBB Other information Irish Leaving Certificate H2 H3 H3 H3 H3 UCAS Code WW46 International Baccalaureate 30 points Duration 3/4 years full-time International IELTS of 6.0 with no element lower than 5.5. Start date September 2019 Required subjects We prefer you to have a good pass in English, Drama or Media Studies at Scottish Higher/ A Level. English required and Maths preferred at S/Int2/N5/GCSE level. Mature/Access Related Access course — see our website for details at www.qmu.ac.uk/ college-qualifications We welcome applications from mature students with relevant qualifications/ experience. Direct Entry Year Two • HNC/ HND: HNC/ HND in a related subject with B/CB in the graded unit • Scottish Higher: BC at Advanced Higher in relevant subjects plus BB at Higher QUALITY • COURSE A Level: BBB in relevant subjects *Subject to availability Delivery On campus Awarding body QMU. Please see the ‘External review’ section on pages 8-11. Exchange opportunities* In Year Three, you have the opportunity to study for one semester at a university overseas. See pages 32-33 for more information. Placements N/A Teaching staff, class sizes and timetables Please see ‘How we teach and how you’ll learn’ section on pages 8-11. Course fees Please see pages 170-171 Professional registration/ accreditation N/A Why QMU? This innovative course is unusual in providing theoretical and practical education in both drama and film. The vibrancy of the Scottish theatre and media scenes makes QMU an ideal place to study theatre and film. Students’ films are exhibited annually at an end of year show at the Edinburgh Filmhouse. This course combines academic enquiry with opportunity for practical production. SATISFACTION 100% Year Three • HND in a related subject with CB in the graded unit may be considered NATIONAL STUDENT SURVEY Careers You may use your studies as a basis for professional practice within theatre, film and allied industries, using the specialisms as a stepping stone to a variety of careers in: theatre industry; film industries; professions requiring skills in communication and creativity; drama teaching; and postgraduate study. 153