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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
Diploma in Television and Screen Media |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
91898 | Diploma in Television and Screen Media | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
Academy of Sound Engineering | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
CHE - Council on Higher Education | HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
Diploma (Min 360) | Field 02 - Culture and Arts | Film, Television and Video | ||
ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
Undefined | 360 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 06 | Regular-Provider-ELOAC |
REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
Reregistered | SAQA 1141/23 | 2021-07-01 | 2024-06-30 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2025-06-30 | 2030-06-30 |
In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. |
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. |
PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
Purpose:
This qualification is aimed at equipping learners with requisite technical, theoretical, practical and ethical knowledge and skills and a professional attitude to prepare them to work in the industry or pursue further studies in a specialised field of study. Qualifying learners should be able to start working at entry-level in the industry, contribute immediately and advance rapidly. The educational focus on the techniques and processes of feature film-thinking is not aligned with the actual socio-economic situation of South Africa, or in fact, the whole of Africa. The Diploma in Television and Screen Media (Dip: TSM) seeks to address these gaps by providing a qualification focused squarely on the art, science, and business of creating television today - and into the future. In line with the needs identified in the survey conducted, this qualification is designed to: Rationale: The need for this qualification was identified during a survey conducted by the Academy of Sound Engineering (ASE) that revealed the existing and ongoing needs and opportunities in the South African screen production, broadcast and education industries. The survey was compiled through engagement with various research sources, local and international industry professionals, civil society, local and international training providers and learners from ASE. A draft version of the qualification was submitted to numerous industry bodies, including craft associations, regulatory and management bodies, broadcasters, private production companies, equipment manufacturers and providers, government agencies, media lawyers and policy experts, civil society groupings, industry bodies, NGOs, and other educational institutions. Their input and that of the various industry individuals surveyed was carefully considered in revising this qualification prior to submission. Some of the significant survey findings indicate that the offering of this qualification will alleviate unemployment and consequently contribute to the country's economy in that: This qualification endeavours to provide learners with a balance of technical, business, conceptual, and self-management knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for success in the Screen Media industry. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
This qualification assumes that learners are competent in:
And either Or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL can be used to grant learners who do not initially meet the full entry requirements admission to the qualification. Learners can also receive credits towards the qualification where competency in a specific component is established by a qualified assessor. This qualification may be achieved in part through the recognition of relevant prior learning and through prior working experience as a practitioner in the area of Audio Technology, or Sound Engineering. RPL will be applied on a case-by-case basis, using a structured range of assessment tools, procedures and techniques, to assess the leaner's competences against the exit level outcomes of the qualification. Access to the Qualification: To gain access to this qualification, an applicant is required to be in possession of one of the following: Or |
RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
Y |
QUALIFICATION RULES |
The qualification consists of modules at NQF Levels 5, 6 and 7, to a required total of 360 Credits. All the given modules are compulsory and must be achieved in order to be awarded the qualification.
Modules at NQF Level 5: Total Credits at NQF Level 5 = 120. Modules at NQF Level 6: Total Credits at NQF Level 6 = 168. Modules at NQF Level 7: Total Credits at NQF Level 7 = 72. |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
1. Create, broadcast and promote a variety of screen programmes, assuming various roles and paralleling methods used in the real screen industry at a professional level.
2. Transcend practical challenges appropriate to the screen industry, through problem solving strategies based on research practice. 3. Manage time and resources effectively. 4. Recognise and respond to changes and trends in the marketplace to be able to broaden and shape the future of the medium and also engage with alternative techniques and methods. 5. Deal critically and creatively with issues of content, implementation and storytelling as a central aspect of Screen Media. 6. Engage with the issues of citizenship necessary to be a responsible and ethical screen media practitioner. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes: All the Critical Cross-Field Outcomes are addressed throughout this qualification. |
ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6: Integrated Assessment: Formative assessment: Learning and assessment are integrated. Formative assessment is conducted to result in constructive feedback, which focuses on the extent of competence as measured against outcomes as a mechanism to monitor learning progress, identify weak points or limitations and provide remedial guidance to learners for further learning and professional development. Summative assessment: A variety of assessment methods and tools may include, but are not limited to, any of the following: Assessment will ensure engagement with both theory and practice. Assessment tools will encourage learners to give an account of the thinking and decision-making that underpin their demonstrated performance. Some assessment practices will demand practical evidence while others will be more theoretical, depending on the type of outcomes to be assessed. A broad range of task-oriented and theoretical assessment tools will be used, with the distinction between practical and disciplinary knowledge maintained, so that each takes its rightful place. |
INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
Australia:
The Sydney Film School in Australia offers a Diploma in Screen and Media. Sydney Film School was established in 2004 by a team of award winning industry professionals. The film school provides world class film education to aspiring filmmakers. The qualification is aimed at developing the learners' knowledge and skills in production, direction, camera, sound, lighting, editing, digital composing, scriptwriting and research and also the ability to apply these within cultural and industry frameworks. The qualification combines studies in various aspects of film, television and digital media production with a thorough grounding in the history, practice and critical analysis of filmmaking. The one-year qualification consists of the following compulsory modules: Semester One: Semester Two: University Pathways: Learners, who have successfully completed the Diploma in Screen and Media, can gain entry into the following qualifications at The Raffles College of Design and Commerce: The Queensland School of Film and Television in Brisbane runs an eighteen-month long Diploma in Screen and Media. However, learners also have the option of completing the fifteen module qualification on a part-time basis. The curriculum focuses on technical and organisational skills that ensure success in the industry as well as the creative aspects and underpinning knowledge of filmmaking. Learners participate in practical projects throughout the course and are encouraged to develop a portfolio of evidence for use in gaining employment after graduation. The qualification is aimed at providing learners with techniques relating to how to position and move cameras effectively, editing techniques, storytelling and narrative. Furthermore, learners are trained in pre-visualisation techniques, shot language, camera moves, transitions and editing. Learners will comprehensively learn about the technical, organisational, creative, and fundamental aspects of filmmaking in a highly supportive environment. The qualification consists of the following compulsory modules: There are many employment opportunities in the marketplace for qualifying Film and TV learners. Some of the most common employers, among others, include television stations, movie studios, advertising agencies, television commercial production companies, government production units, equipment rental companies, post production or special effects companies. Learners build up a professional portfolio of evidence throughout the duration of the qualification, leaving them well equipped to present themselves to potential employers. India: The Garware Institute of Career Education and Development in Mumbai offers a one-year, fulltime Diploma in Film and Television. There is a growing need for qualified and trained staff to develop and revolutionise the business of creative writing and the use of latest technologies to meet the changing demands of consumers. The qualification is aimed at equipping learners with various functions, technology, trends and processes in films and in knowledge of management, supported by training, to develop in-depth knowledge and necessary skills for the Film and Television sector. The qualification structure is as follows: Specialisation: Conclusion: Whilst the overall structure of the qualifications varies regarding the areas of study, duration and credit allocation, the focus remains the same. Another common feature is that all the qualifications comprise a theoretical as well as a practical component. All the qualifications aim at ensuring that learners acquire the knowledge, skills and techniques intrinsic to the Film and Television industry. This implies, therefore, that the Diploma in Television and Screen Media compares favourably with the international qualifications. |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
Horizontal articulation:
This qualification articulates horizontally with similar Diplomas at NQF Level 6, such as: Vertical articulation: This qualification articulates vertically with the following qualifications at NQF Level 7: |
MODERATION OPTIONS |
The ASE will appoint moderators for the exit-level examinations from both outside and inside the institution to report on the standard of the examination papers.
The moderators must: Moderation of examination marks serves as a vital function in ensuring that required standards are consistently met. All examinations are moderated by random selection of papers and inspection of pass and fail rates by qualified individuals other than the primary examiner. |
CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
Assessors should be in possession of either:
Or |
NOTES |
N/A |
LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
NONE |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
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1. | Academy of Sound Engineering |
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