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HNC Podcasting And Media (Jan Start) HNC

(SCQF level 7)

Media, Journalism and Professional Writing, Creative Industries

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Mode of Study

Full-time

Start Date

19th Jan 2026, 1 year

Location

City Campus

  • Applications from International Students Welcome
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    Overview

    This new HNC Award was developed to address the current demand and growth of employment across audio content creation, particularly within podcasting. We have the licences and facilities to broadcast live shows and produce podcast content in both audio and video formats.

    This is a fast-track HNC that will introduce you to producing and presenting your own content and shows for the campus City Podcasting and City Radio stations.   

    Entry requirements

    Minimum entry requirements

    • Higher English or Higher Media Studies or Higher Music Technology at Grade C or above; OR
    • A relevant NC or NQ achieved that includes units from across broadcasting, media, communications/content creation and/or business; OR  
    • Other equivalent qualifications or experience.

    Additional selection requirements

    • You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area.

    ESOL entry requirements

    Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.

    What you study

    • Radio Interviewing & Presentation.
    • Social Media. 
    • Analysing and Delivering Complex Oral Presentations.  
    • Editing and Proofreading Text. 
    • Introduction to Working in the Creative Economy.  
    • Writing for the Media.  
    • Media and the Law.  
    • Research Skills.
    • Video Production 1: Planning & Production.

    After the course

    Careers

    This course prepares you for a career in content creation specialising in audio production.  You can apply for junior positions across podcasting, radio and other media news, current affairs and digital/ social content. 

    Continuing Study

    If you’ve completed all 12 HNC credits with at least a B in your Graded Unit, you can apply for direct entry to Year 2 of the HND Next Generation Podcasting and Media course. This new qualification is the only specialised audio media Higher National Diploma currently available.   

    Teaching

    How the course is taught

    The course focuses on content creation, production, and presentation, delivered in our audio classrooms and state-of-the-art podcasting and radio studios using industry-standard equipment. Teaching on this course employs a wide variety of experiences, from tutor-led lectures to individual and group work around a project-based delivery.

    Assessment methods

    The course is continuously assessed, with students often evaluated as they complete various roles - so a high level of attendance is essential. You’ll work on practical project briefs designed to build the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for professional practice.

    Additional Information

    Materials

    All kit and equipment will be supplied by the college, including various digital location recording devices.  

    • Mode of Study:
      Full-time
    • Start Date:
      19th Jan 2026
      End Date:
      19th Jun 2026
    • Location:
      City Campus
    • Applications from International Students Welcome