Radio Skills NQ Level 6

What is special about this course?

This course provides an unique opportunity to get a hands on experience with a professional radio station which creates live content broadcast across Lochaber. The tutor of this course is a professional radio presenter who is still currently broadcasting live. This gives you a unique opportunity to learn from an industry professional.

As well as learning about radio broadcasting you will get an introduction to DJing using professional DJ decks and equipment to create mixes and new music.

Throughout the course you will learn how to prepare and broadcast a live radio show. You will also get an introduction to DJing using professional DJ equipment.

Equipment

Equipment will be provided by tutor.

How will I study my course?

  • Part Time

One lesson a week, face to face in Lochaber High School.

How long will my course last?

36 Weeks

How will I be assessed?

    Students will be assessed at appropriate times throughout the course. 

Where can I study my course?

    • Fort William

    Please note, UHI West Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study.

Start date

August 2022

Fees

For the latest information on fees please see our Fees & Funding information pages.

What can I do on completion of my course?

This introductory course leads into NC creative industries: DJing and can lead into our HNC music and HND music programs.

Students can look towards a career in the media after completing this course and it will provide a steppingstone towards radio and television careers.   

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Apply for Radio Skills NQ Level 6

I want to start in 2023/24

We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI West Highland. Please note, UHI West Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study. UHI West Highland operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.