On this course, you will learn about news production in radio. You will deliver bulletins and reports to deadlines. You will also use portable kit to do interviews on location. You will then prepare material for a sequence of programming to be broadcast live on air as part of a summer Morley Radio Takeover.
Courses
Advanced Radio Production 3
When & Where
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25 April 2025 - 4 July 2025 ( 20 hours, 10 weeks )
- Evening, Friday
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View course timetable
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Waterloo Centre
Quick Facts
- Availability Yes
- Course Code W24MPPI03C
- Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course
What you will learn
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Create a Radio News show – including bulletins, reports, and studio discussions
- Use portable kit and Adobe Audition to produce broadcast material
- Give examples of Broadcast Compliance: Language appropriate for Radio and how to deal with it
- Prepare for the Morley Takeover – pitching, planning, and building a live sequence of music and magazine shows
Cost
Full fee
£200
Concession fee
£150
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
Mixing and Mastering courses, volunteer at Morley Radio
