Radio Production 2

When & Where

25 April 2025 - 4 July 2025 ( 20 hours, 10 weeks )
Evening, Friday
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Waterloo Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Yes
Tutor Robin Warren
Course Code W24MPPI03C
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

Take your radio production skills to the next level and build a radio production portfolio with this hands-on course. Explore different types of radio programming by creating engaging content, developing your technical abilities, and refining your presentation style. Gain real-world experience in a professional radio station, putting into practice the skills learned throughout the term. The course wraps up with a live broadcast, where you will showcase your work as part of the Morley Radio Student Takeover, delivering the content live to your audience.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Plan, produce and present a broadcast-ready magazine-style or breakfast radio show
Use portable equipment to capture high-quality vox pops and interviews on location
Arrange, conduct and record interviews with remote guests to incorportate into your show
Consolidate your understanding of broadcasting tools in the environment of Morley Radio

Cost

Full fee

£200

Concession fee

£150

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Class format and activities

Practical workshops Class discussion of listening assignments. Taking notes during lectures and audiovisual presentations Group and individual projects

Entry requirements

A strong interest in radio, Access outside of class to a basic recording set up (PC or Mac computer, audio interface, recording software such as Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, etc. and basic microphone) is strongly recommended. Some experience of using Apple computers would be an advantage, but support during class will be given. Basic computer skills, file management, etc.

What you need to know before you enrol

A certain amount of homework is required. Due to the nature of the content of the course you might be exposed to high volume levels. We strongly encourage everyone to bring a pair of ear plugs to every lesson.

What you need

Pen and paper to take notes A USB memory stick to save your work Handouts and materials given by the tutor A portable recorder is useful but not essential Access to a computer outside class

What you can do next

Radio Production 3, Podcast Production courses starting each September, Podcast, Radio and Audio Production BTEC Diploma, Mixing and Mastering courses, volunteer at Morley Radio