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COLLEGE COURSES 2019-20
Contents
Hello Our Story 04
Why Choose Confetti? 06
Our Creative Quarter Campus 08
Do It For Real 14
Industry Week 18
Our Courses 20
Established in 1994 as the first specialist institution Choosing Your Course 22
of its kind in the region, Confetti Institute of Creative Core Skills 24
Technologies is home to further and higher Introduction to Creative Industries 26
education students, studying for careers in games, Music & Events 28
TV, film, VFX & animation, design, music and events. Games 40
Digital Media 48
We’re all about making sure you get the best Film & TV 54
chance to Do It For Real – perform it, produce it, How to Apply 62
design it, film it and stage it. A Confetti education Thinking About University 64
means you will get unique opportunities to learn Student Services 66
from the best, and to showcase your talents. Fees & Funding 78
Open Days 70
Getting to Confetti 72
Partnerships 74
Contact Us 75
Cover image: Level 3 Music Performance Student, Iona
Jackman-Hart, performing at Battle of the Bands NTU 2017
Photo credit: Jack Pickerill
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Our Story
We are a specialist creative industries institute and
home to some of the best facilities, teachers and
industry connections in the UK alongside a community
of passionate, like-minded and talented students.
Confetti was founded 25 years ago Confetti also runs a number of
by Craig Chettle, a former musician, commercial businesses – film and TV
producer and sound engineer. Over post-production company Spool, new
the years it has developed into a national centre Metronome, creative
renowned creative industries centre, business hub Antenna and furniture
teaching visual effects, film, TV, games, design and manufacturing business
live & technical events and music. Constellations. We are also partners
in Nottingham’s successful television
Confetti courses are vocational – they station Notts TV, which broadcasts 24/7
are connected to the industries you want on Virgin and Freeview to homes across
to work in and they are designed to give Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands.
you the very best chance of success.
All of these commercial businesses offer
Since August 2015 we’ve been part our students unique opportunities to
of Nottingham Trent University, get first-hand industry experience, from
meaning your creative education performing on our stage, to working behind
journey could continue right through the scenes on live TV programmes.
to degree and postgraduate level.
“ At Confetti, you’ll receive the best, the most
relevant and the most inspiring creative
industry education and training. Our mission
2019 marks Confetti’s 25th anniversary. is to turn dream jobs into real jobs. Your
Studying at Confetti isn’t just about life-changing journey starts right here.”
the next few years. It’s about joining a
community to meet new people, make
friends and business connections
and become part of a network of
creative technology professionals
across the UK, and around the world.
Join our creative community and Craig Chettle,
help shape the next 25 years! Chief Executive Officer
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Why Choose
Confetti?
From our specialist facilities and teaching staff,
to our location right in the heart of one of the UK’s
most creative cities, we think there’s plenty of
reasons why Confetti is the right choice for you.
You’ll have access to the We’re industry experts. You’ll be
1 latest, most exciting tech 4 taught by academic staff who
out there – and we’ll teach have practical industry experience,
you how to get the most out of giving you relevant and tailored
it. We regularly invest in new advice about pursuing your dream
equipment, to ensure our students career. Confetti is a community
keep pace with developments of like-minded creatives, offering
in creative technology. a supportive and welcoming
learning environment.
We’ll prepare you for a
2 successful career through our You’ll get an exclusive invite to
Do It For Real opportunities. 5 Industry Week – a week where we
From crewing one of the East suspend the teaching timetable,
Midlands’ biggest festivals, and instead invite some of the
Splendour, to performing at one biggest names in the industry
of Nottingham’s most exciting to Confetti to deliver inspiring
music venues for a Confetti Live workshops and sessions.
event, you’ll add to your CV, and
develop the skills and experience
that employers are looking for.
You’ll be based at our new,
3 multimillion pound Creative
Quarter Campus. The site features
specialist classrooms, studios, and
a fantastic new café and library.
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Our Creative
Quarter Campus Digital Media Hub
Games & Media Hub
With the help of our Confetti is in the heart of Nottingham’s Creative
Quarter. Our college-level courses are run from
parent company, our base on Convent Street, with state-of-the-art
Nottingham Trent facilities, classrooms and social spaces.
University, we’ve
invested over £13m in Our new £9.1m Digital Media Hub will give you
our campus to make access to industry-standard studios, labs and
classrooms, a Learning Resource Centre, a
sure you have access contemporary café and a rooftop terrace.
to all the latest software
and hardware in order
to start your career in
the creative industries.
DID YOU
KNOW?
The DMH is home to our brand
new purpose-built motion
capture facility which will house
32 Optitrack cameras allowing full
body motion tracking with props
for up to 4 actors at 240 fps.
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Space2
Film & TV Hub
In September 2016 we opened our new home for Film
& TV – Space2. This new hub has been developed
to contain industry-standard teaching spaces,
allowing you to have access to the same equipment
and software you’ll have to use once you start your
creative career, including:
• Media production lab running Avid and Adobe
Creative Cloud
• 25 seat screening room with Dolby Atmos audio
facilities
• Green Screen Studio with VFX infinity curve screen
• 144m2 television studio space with broadcast-
standard digital video cameras and full lighting rig
• Broadcast spec production gallery with 4k
production facilities
DID YOU
KNOW?
Dubbed as Nottingham’s
answer to Maida Vale – Nusic
film their Future Session series
in our TV production studio at
Space2 with help from our film
& TV students.
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DID YOU
KNOW? Metronome
To top off our incredible
recording facilities, Studio 1 now Contemporary Music & Live Events Hub
houses a 48 channel SSL Duality
console as used by Abbey
Confetti is set to become a leading force in
Road, Steve Mac, Chemical contemporary music education with the creation of
Brothers, Pete Townshend and our new home for music and live events.
many, many more. Metronome is our new contemporary music and
events education hub “of European significance”,
and has been designed by world renowned
acoustic architects White Mark Ltd who have
designed studios for clients including Jay-Z and
Damon Albarn. As a Confetti student you could
have access to:
• 14 rehearsal spaces
• 5 recording studios
• 350 capacity live event venue
• Live events production workspace
• Mastering, surround sound & post-production
studio
Students are already using studio spaces, but
the centre is due to open fully in autumn 2018.
Metronome’s public-facing venue will be a
new, national centre for music, moving image,
videogames, live performance and spoken
word and will deliver an ambitious, diverse and
contemporary cross-media programme.
“The facilities at Confetti are excellent and
it’s a great place to learn. We recorded a
1Xtra show here earlier this year and were
very impressed with the new studio.
Andy Rogers
Senior Producer at BBC Radio 1/1 Xtra
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Do It For Real
At Confetti, we know the
importance of gaining real,
hands-on experience. It’ll give
you an edge when you’ve finished
your course, and you’re looking
to move into the creative
technologies profession.
‘Do It For Real’ industry experience lies at the
heart of our courses – offering ambitious students
hundreds of opportunities to gain real industry
experience. Expect assignments set by the industry,
in-house showcase events, internships and a
host of freelance opportunities. From working
on the full-length feature production Outlawed,
to working at Splendour, Nottingham’s biggest
outdoor music event, our students have hundreds
of opportunities a year to ‘Do It For Real.’
With a record label, TV station, film & post-
production company all part of the Confetti Media
Group family – no one does industry links quite
like we do. That level of exposure, experience
and talent development places you ahead of
the game – ensuring the very best chances of
employment when you graduate from Confetti.
DID YOU
KNOW?
Our students totalled up
more than 2,300 hours of
work experience working
at Splendour over the
past two years.
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Apply now confetti.ac.uk Do It For Real Confetti Live Lockwood Throughout the year, we put on a series Our games students have gained some of gigs to give our students the chance valuable ‘Do It For Real’ work experience to perform at some of Nottingham’s top working alongside employees at the venues, including The Bodega, Rough highly successful online publishing studio Trade and The Maze. Our Live & Technical Lockwood, who specialise in social Events students run the shows, and we games and created the popular virtual invite the general public along to watch. world app Avakin Life.. Splendour Notts TV Every year our students work alongside Nottinghamshire’s very own TV channel DHP and professional crews to help sees our TV & film students getting put on Nottingham’s biggest outdoor hands-on, real industry experience in all music festival – Splendour. Events aspects of television production – with students control the behind-the-scenes show, such as Noise Floor, Ey Up Notts, technology, PA and lighting, music Sports Week and Notts TV Debate all performance students observe and filmed on our campus daily. Our music some even get to perform, while the film performance students also have the & TV students work with Notts TV to film chance to perform regularly on shows, and record all the action backstage. such as Ey Up Notts and Noise Floor. Hockley Hustle Nusic The Hockley Hustle music festival fills Celebrating Nottingham’s vibrant music the streets and venues of Hockley, scene, Nusic is forever looking to promote with some of the best up-and-coming, new talent from around Nottingham. and established talent in Nottingham. They regularly use our music and TV Confetti regularly hosts a stage at the studios with the help of our talented event, featuring our students past and students. Their popular Future Sessions present. There are lots of ways for you series is filmed at Space2 and our to get involved with Hockley Hustle, students have worked in live audio, whether you’re performing, running lighting, mixing and filming. the show as part of the tech crew, or volunteering to help at the venues. 16 17
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Guests,
Masterclasses &
Industry Week
Confetti’s Industry Week is the biggest
event of its kind in the UK. Each year
we go off timetable, open up the
floor and let the industry take over.
Expect interactive workshops,
in-depth seminars and exclusive
performances – this is your chance to
get inspired and learn from the pros.
Our headliners have included the
likes of award-winning filmmakers
Nick Broomfield, Shane Meadows,
Aardman Animations – the Oscar
winning creators of Shaun the
Sheep, TV’s Stacey Dooley, Rockstar
Games and Playstation. We’ve also
welcomed some of the most respected
names in the music industry, from
Radio 1’s Andy Rogers and MistaJam
to Glastonbury founder Michael
Eavis and Professor Green.
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ENRICHMENT
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Choosing Your Course
We offer college courses at three different levels:
Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. You’ll need certain
GCSE grades, and Maths and English skills to
be accepted onto some of our courses.
Take a look at the table below to see what qualifications are required
for entry onto each course level. If you’re unsure which level to apply
for, call us on +44 (0)115 952 2075, or email hello@confetti.ac.uk to talk
about your options.
Level Qualification You’ll need* What Next?
Level 1 Level 1 Ideally, you’ll have achieved Move on to Level 2
Diploma a GCSE grade 2 (E) in English
and Maths. However, if
you haven’t, we’ll give you
the opportunity to prove
you can work at this level.
Level 2 BTEC Level 4 GCSEs grade 9-3 (A*-D) Move on to Level 3
2 Extended Our Courses
Certificate An appreciation of,
(equivalent and a passion Introduction Film and TV
to GCSEs) for, the subject you’re • Introduction to Creative Industries • Film and TV Production (Level 3)
applying for, with a level (Level 1) • Screen Acting (Level 3)
of practical experience. • VFX and Animation (Level 3)
Level 3 BTEC Level 5 GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) Move on to an Digital Media
3 Extended undergraduate course – we • Digital Media (Level 2) Games
Diploma An appreciation of, and offer foundation (FdSc/ • Graphic and Digital Design (Level 3) • Games (Level 2)
(equivalent a passion for, the subject FdA) and full honours • Games Art (Level 3)
to 3 A Levels) you’re applying for, degree options (BSc/BA). Music and Events • Games Technology (Level 3)
with a level of practical • Music Technology and Performance
experience and/or a Visit confetti.ac.uk to take a (Level 2)
Level 2 qualification in look at our degree courses. • Music Technology (Level 2) Your Confetti journey doesn’t have to
the subject area. • Audio and Music Technology end there. Once you’ve completed a
(Level 3) Level 3 course, you can move onto one
• Music Performance and Songwriting of our higher education (undergraduate)
*Your grade in GCSE Maths and English will help decide the best course for you. If you have not yet (Level 3) courses. Check out page 64 for more
achieved grade 9 – 4 (A*-C), you will study Maths and/or English at Confetti as part of your course. • Technical Events (Level 3) information about progressing.
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Core Skills
As part of your programme of study, you’ll have a Personal
and Professional Development session. Also, depending on English and Maths
your prior English and Maths attainment, you may need to If you haven’t yet achieved a grade
improve your grade as part of your course. 9 – 4 (A* - C), you’ll study Maths and
English at Confetti as part of your
course. You’ll attend a compulsory
Professional GCSE or Functional Skills session
over the course of a year, which is a
& Personal requirement for all of our vocational
courses at Confetti.
Development
All of our college students take part
in our Professional and Personal Studying English and Maths at Confetti
Development (PPD) sessions. If you haven’t excelled at English or Maths at school before, don’t worry. We have an
They’re built into your course excellent pass rate in both English and Maths, and surpass the national benchmark.
timetable, for an hour per week. We pride ourselves on our ability to make the subjects interesting, coaching you
through the syllabus in a way that works for you. Our aim is to help you to achieve a
What will I study? grade 4 (C) or above in both subject areas, to aid you in your progression to higher
As part of your programme of study, education and employment.
you’ll examine a range of development
themes, such as self-awareness, health, What will I study?
diversity, employability and goal setting. • If you’ve achieved a grade 3 (D) at GCSE, or passed Level 2 Functional Skills, you’ll
study GCSE English Language and/or GCSE Maths, where you’ll be supported to
You’ll also create a portfolio of work for achieve a grade 4 (C) or above.
your vocational sessions, which aims to • If you've achieved a grade 1 (F) or below at GCSE, or you haven’t yet achieved a
aid your progression into employment. Functional Skills pass, you’ll be required to study Functional Skills English and/
or Functional Skills Maths at Level 1. Functional Skills will provide a stepping stone
The aim of your PPD sessions is: towards GCSE; once you’ve achieved a pass at Functional Skills, you’ll progress
• To build your self-awareness, onto the GCSE course.
empathy and resilience
• Promote health and wellbeing
• Explore diversity, society and Our syllabus
current affairs We follow the AQA syllabus for both GCSE and Functional Skills English, and we use
• Develop transferable skills and Pearson for both GCSE and Functional Skills Maths.
critical thinking
• Achieve realistic goals and plans For a complete overview of the content of our English and Maths courses, visit
for the future confetti.ac.uk/english or confetti.ac.uk/maths
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Introduction to
Creative Industries
AIM Level 1
This course is designed to help you get an overview
of the different career opportunities available in
creative technologies. You’ll learn the basic skills to
prepare you for Level 2 studies, and explore different
areas to find out what you enjoy most, so that you
can develop your skills further.
You’ll learn: Facilities
• How to create music with the latest On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
software such as Apple’s Logic Pro X • Adobe Software Suite Full-time
• Music recording and sequencing • Apple Logic Pro X
techniques • GameMaker Duration
• The basics of game making and coding • Mac and PC computer suites 1 year
in software
• An introduction to film and TV After the course
production How to apply
Once you’ve completed your course, Call: 0115 952 2075
• Elements of graphic and digital design
you can go on to study one of our Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
with Photoshop
BTEC Level 2 courses in: Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
• The skills needed to get a job, such as
interview techniques
• Music Technology
• How to promote yourself within the You’ll need:
• Music Technology & Performance
creative industries GCSE grade 2 (E) in English and Maths
• Games
• Digital Media If you move to the next stage of
education with us, you’ll retake
your GCSE English and Maths
with us here at Confetti.
26 27Apply now confetti.ac.uk Study Music & Events We’ve been providing exciting, industry-focused courses for 25 years, helping our students to go on to successful careers in the music industry. 28 29
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Music “
Technology I’ve really enjoyed my
time at Confetti. I’ve
BTEC Level 2 learnt so much on the
course, thanks to the
By studying this course, you’ll develop an all-round tutors. They’ve been
understanding of the music industry. You’ll learn friendly, insightful and
how to use the latest audio software to produce your
own music, and spend time in the recording studio have inspired me to
developing the skills to plan and carry out recording create music.
sessions, working with musicians to achieve your
goals. During the year, you’ll build a portfolio, and Elijah Phillips
gain the skills needed to promote your work. Level 2 Music Technology
You’ll learn: Facilities
• Technical skills in music theory, On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
composition and production Full-time
• Confetti’s brand new music and
• The working practices necessary to events hub – Metronome
operate a recording studio • Sound recording and editing suites Duration
• The structure of the music industry, • Music studios and rehearsal rooms 1 year
professions and organisations • Mac and PC computer suites
• How to develop your English and • Ableton and Logic music software
Maths skills How to apply
• How to use ICT hardware, software Call: 0115 952 2075
and music programs
After the course Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
Once you’ve completed your course, Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
• How to work effectively in a team
you could go on to study our Level 3
and individually, in preparation for
course in Audio and Music Technology
employment or progression into You’ll need:
or Technical Events.
further education 4 GCSEs grade 9 – 3 (A*-D)
• How to work to briefs, supported by An appreciation of, and a
Future careers include: sound engineer,
real professionals, giving you real passion for music, with a level
radio technician or DJ.
industry experience of practical experience
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Music Technology
& Performance Tutor spotlight:
Curtis Hodelin
BTEC Level 2 Music Technology &
Performance Course Leader
Curtis is a musician, producer and
This course will give you the experience and techniques to industry specialist, as well as working
become a better performer. You’ll learn new performance as a promoter in Nottingham. He’s
worked with many different collectives
skills in a group setting, rehearsing and preparing musical and sound systems as a DJ. As well as
pieces for your live performances. Throughout the course, hands-on industry experience, Curtis has
you’ll begin to develop an understanding of the music a BSc (Hons) Audio Recording degree.
industry, professions and organisations, whilst developing
skills in music composition, to produce an original
portfolio of work.
You’ll learn: Facilities
• The development of musicianship, in On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
both rehearsal and performance Full-time
• Confetti’s brand new music and
• Technical skills in music theory, events hub – Metronome
composition and production • Sound recording and editing suites Duration
• The structure of the music industry, • Music studios and rehearsal rooms 1 year
including professions and • Mac and PC computer suites
organisations • Ableton and Logic music software
• How to develop your Maths and How to apply
English skills Call: 0115 952 2075
• How to use ICT hardware, software
After the course Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
and music programs Once you’ve completed your course, Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
• How to work effectively in a team you could go on to study our Level
and individually, in preparation for 3 course in Music Performance
You’ll need:
employment or progression into & Songwriting or Audio & Music
4 GCSEs grade 9 – 3 (A*-D)
further education Technology.
An appreciation of, and a
• How to work to briefs, supported by passion for music, with a level
real professionals, giving you useful Future careers include: sound engineer,
of practical experience
industry experience performer, songwriter or musician.
A successful audition, performing
two different pieces
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Audio & Music “
Technology “Confetti is amazing
and I’ve loved every
BTEC Level 3
second of it. All the
tutors made me feel
This practical course will develop your music so welcome and
production, sound engineering and DJ skills. You’ll
be taken through all the stages of production, from
made the course
laying down your original sounds, to mixing, mastering so good!
and marketing your final product. You’ll also get
advice and guidance from industry professionals Madison Williams
about how the music industry works, enabling you Level 2 Music Technology
to get a head-start towards your chosen career. & Performance
You’ll learn: Facilities
• Studio recording techniques On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
• Creative synthesis and sampling skills Full-time
• Confetti’s brand new music and
• Music and sound for media events hub – Metronome
• DJ techniques • Sound recording and editing suites Duration
• Live sound • Music studios and rehearsal rooms 2 years
• Entrepreneurial, employment and • Mac and PC computer suites
business skills • Ableton and Logic music software
• Music technology and associated • Pioneer DJ equipment How to apply
hardware and software Call: 0115 952 2075
Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
After the course Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
Go on to study a degree course in
Audio & Music Technology at Confetti,
You’ll need:
or head straight into your career.
5 GCSEs grade 9 – 4 (A*-C)
Future careers include: music producer, An appreciation of, and a passion
studio engineer, live sound engineer, for music production, with a level of
musician, DJ, artist management or practical experience and/or a Level
record label owner. 2 qualification in the subject area
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Music Performance
& Songwriting
Tutor spotlight:
Michael Wynne
Music Performance Tutor
BTEC Level 3 Mike is a drummer, producer and engineer,
who’s worked with artists including
Supergrass, The Specials, Bentley Rhythm
Ace, and Dreadzone. Mike has been
If you dream of performing your music live on stage, or a featured producer in Future Music
writing the next big hit, then this course is for you. Match Magazine, and has produced sessions
at Maida Vale and Abbey Road. Mike
your talent and passion for performing, with techniques currently works and tours with former
that will build your confidence and improve your stage Confetti students Harleighblu, Wholesome
presence. You’ll have the opportunity to create your Fish and Bendigo.
own EP, and perform at large-scale music events.
You’ll learn: Facilities
• A broad understanding and On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
appreciation of popular music, and Full-time
• Confetti’s brand new music and events
its historical significance hub – Metronome
• Instrumental and vocal skills, music • Sound recording and editing suites Duration
theory and keyboard skills • Music studios and rehearsal rooms 2 years
• How to compose and write music • Mac and PC computer suites
• Stagecraft and performance skills • Ableton and Logic music software
• Practical musicianship How to apply
Call: 0115 952 2075
After the course Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
Once you’ve completed your course, you Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
could go on to study a degree course in
Music Performance at Confetti, or head
You’ll need:
straight into your career.
5 GCSEs grade 9 – 4 (A*-C)
An appreciation of, and a passion
Future careers include: musician, singer/
for music, with a level of practical
songwriter, music producer, artist
experience and/or a Level 2
management or music teacher.
qualification in the subject area
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Technical Facilities
Events
On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
Full-time
• Confetti’s brand new music and events
hub – Metronome
• Professional MIDAS 32 channel Duration
BTEC Level 3 analogue mixing console 2 years
• 2 Behringer X32 professional digital
consoles
• 2 full range PA systems, with stage How to apply
Call: 0115 952 2075
Learn the ins and outs of the live events and gig monitoring
Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
industry. The course will give you experience in a • Full lighting rig, with intelligent moving Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
head fixtures, rigging systems, and
broad range of areas, providing you with the skills to professional Avolites consoles
work as a technician, and take an active role in the You’ll need:
planning and running of events. Your skills will be put After the course 5 GCSEs grade 9 – 4 (A*-C)
into practice on your own events and productions, Once you’ve completed your course, you
An appreciation of, and a passion
for the subject, with a level of
and you’ll have the opportunity to work at some of could go on to study a degree course in
practical experience, and/or a Level
the Nottingham’s largest festivals and events. Live and Technical Events at Confetti, or
2 qualification in the same area
head straight into your career.
Future careers include: live sound
You’ll learn: engineer, backline technician, lighting
• Live sound and lighting techniques engineer or stage manager.
• Events management and marketing
• Music production techniques
• How to set up real industry gigs and
performances
• How to succeed in the music and
events industry
38 39Apply now confetti.ac.uk Study Games Turn your passion into a career, with one of our games courses. You’ll learn about every aspect of games design, from concept to production, through to testing and launch. 40 41
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Games
BTEC Level 2 Tutor spotlight:
Kyle Cherry
Games Tutor
This course will give you the skills you need to start your Kyle is Games Technology’s resident
journey towards a career in games development. On theorist, and has worked with Capcom,
this course, you’ll get experience in a range of games Rockstar, Roll7 and more. His specialist
development techniques, including planning and areas include planning and research,
production management, games design
programming your own 2D game, and creating graphics for and storytelling.
game assets and marketing materials. You’ll also produce
a short intro animation for your game, and learn about the
importance of storytelling in games and the media industry.
You’ll learn: Facilities
On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
• How to develop your artistic, Full-time
creative and technical skills • Confetti’s brand new Digital Media Hub
• How to plan and program your • Adobe Software Suite
own 2D game • Gamemaker Duration
• How to use specialist software to • Confetti Art room 1 year
create graphics and manipulate • Mac and PC computer suites
images
• The games-testing cycle and how After the course How to apply
Call: 0115 952 2075
to produce your own bug reports Once you’ve completed your course, Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
• How to produce a short intro you could go on to study one of our Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
animation for your game Level 3 courses in Games Art or Games
• How to develop a storyline for Technology.
your game You’ll need:
• How to work to a creative brief Future careers include: games tester, 4 GCSEs grade 9 – 3 (A*-D)
concept artist or games asset artist. An appreciation of, and a
passion for games, with a level
of practical experience
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Games Art
BTEC Level 3
On this course you’ll explore how the visual elements
of a game are created. You’ll work with industry-
standard software to create assets and artwork for
digital and table-top games. You’ll develop your
drawing, illustration and animation skills throughout
the course, alongside learning how 2D and 3D
digital software is used to create exciting game
environments, objects and characters.
Lucinda Bishop
You’ll learn: Facilities
• How to create and develop a strong, On this course you’ll have access to Study mode
versatile digital art portfolio Full-time
• Confetti’s brand new Digital Media Hub
• How to create concept art using • High spec computers, installed with
traditional and digital methods Adobe Creative Suite and 3DS Max Duration
• How to create animations in 2D & 3D. • Games art studios 2 years
• How to create a 3D environment using • Mac and PC computer suites
state of the art 3D modelling software • Wacom drawing tablets
• How the games industry uses How to apply
narrative imagery to communicate Call: 0115 952 2075
meaning and message to an
After the course Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
audience Once you’ve completed your course, Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
• The processes of games design from you could go on to study a degree
initial ideas to finished outcomes course in Games Art at Confetti, or
You’ll need:
• How to develop professionalism, head straight into your career.
5 GCSEs grade 9 – 4 (A*-C)
independence and project An appreciation of, and a passion
management skills Future careers include: games artist, art
for games, with a level of practical
• How to engage with industry director, 3D modeller, concept artist or
experience and/or a Level 2
professionals and provide real links storyboard artist.
qualification in the subject area
to industry opportunities
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Games Technology “
My time at Confetti
BTEC Level 3
has been really
interesting and
If you want to make computer games, not just play them, enjoyable. Learning
then this is the course for you. Throughout the course,
you’ll gain the skills needed to create game elements how to create and
and sequences. You’ll take part in a mixture of practical develop my own 3D
and theoretical sessions, which will help develop your game has to be my
technical skills, and the software and hardware used in
the creation of games. This will prepare you for a career highlight.
in the games industry or a games degree course.
Jaden Lambert-Smith
Level 3 Games Technology
You’ll learn: Facilities
• How the games industry works, and On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
what it takes to be successful Full-time
• Confetti’s brand new Digital Media Hub
• The skills to use industry-standard • Industry-standard software, including
software, such as the Autodesk Suite Autodesk Suite’s Maya and Mudbox, Duration
and Unreal Engine the Unreal and Unity Engines, and 2 years
• The development of practical Adobe Creative Suite
skills across a range of games • Dedicated gaming suites
development practices and • Mac and PC computer suites How to apply
techniques Call: 0115 952 2075
• How to work as part of a project Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
development team
After the course Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
• Games scripting and implementation, Once you’ve completed your course, you
in a number of dedicated and could go on to study a degree course in
You’ll need:
integrated development programs Games Technology at Confetti, or head
5 GCSEs grade 9 – 4 (A*-C)
• How to prepare and present material straight into your career.
An appreciation of, and a passion
to an industry standard, preparing for games, with a level of practical
for employment within a wide range Future careers include: games designer,
experience and/or a Level 2
of games industry roles level designer, 3D modeller, QA tester or
qualification in the subject area
games script writer.
46 47Apply now confetti.ac.uk Study Digital Media The digital world moves fast, and new technology is helping us to communicate in different ways. Our courses will develop your creative skills across lots of different digital platforms. 48 49
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Digital Media
BTEC Level 2
This course will help you to develop your skills
in photography, filmmaking, audio recording
and lighting, for still and moving image. You’ll
build an excellent foundation to progress
on to a Level 3 course in Film & TV, Graphic
& Digital Design, or VFX & Animation.
You’ll learn: Facilities
• How to plan and pitch your own ideas for On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
a short film Full-time
• Confetti’s brand new Digital Media Hub
• How to light, shoot and edit your own • Adobe software suite
short films • Our green screen studio at Space2, Duration
• The skills needed to produce a portfolio our Film and TV Hub 1 year
of digital still photography • Mac and PC computer suites
• How to use Adobe Photoshop to • Sony DSLR cameras and Zoom H4N
manipulate images recorders systems, and professional How to apply
• The skills to record and edit audio for Call: 0115 952 2075
Avolites consoles
your own film productions Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
• Film production processes Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
After the course
Once you’ve completed your course, you
You’ll need:
could go on to study one of our Level 3
4 GCSEs grade 9 – 3 (A*-D)
courses in Film & TV, Graphic & Digital
An appreciation of, and a
Design, or VFX & Animation.
passion for digital media, with a
level of practical experience
Future careers include: audio/visual
technician, broadcast assistant,
photographer or production assistant.
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Graphic &
Digital Design Tutor spotlight:
Ellie Howitt
BTEC Level 3 Graphic & Digital Design
Course Leader
Ellie coordinates the Graphic & Digital
This course provides an all-round understanding of the Design course at Confetti and works
design process. You’ll gain an advanced knowledge of on freelance design projects, as well
design software packages including Adobe Photoshop, as personal projects in various styles,
including digital painting.
Illustrator, After Effects and InDesign. You’ll gain an
understanding of branding and project management
skills, which will put you firmly on the path towards a
career in the design industry.
You’ll learn: Facilities
Study mode
“
• Hands-on usage of Adobe software On this course you’ll have access to:
packages Full-time
• Confetti’s brand new Digital Media Hub
• The production of digital graphics for • Industry-standard software
print, digital and moving image
• The development of ideas, and
• Mac and PC computer suites
I’ve really enjoyed Duration
2 years
thinking creatively
• Traditional art, design and
After the course my course, especially
photography skills, to improve your Once you’ve completed your course, you
could go on to study a degree course in
making 3D adverts. How to apply
Call: 0115 952 2075
digital work
• How to use graphics tablets to Visual Effects Production at Confetti, or My tutors have been Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
produce a range of projects head straight into your career. Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
• How to successfully complete nothing short of helpful
industry projects, with local creative
professionals
Future careers include: graphic designer,
animator, illustrator, web designer or
and supportive. You’ll need:
5 GCSEs grade 9 – 4 (A*-C)
artworker.
An appreciation of and a passion
Harry Land for graphic design with a level of
Level 3 Graphic & Digital Design practical experience and/or a Level
2 qualification in the subject area
52 53Apply now confetti.ac.uk Study Film & TV During your time with us, you’ll work in our industry-standard facilities in the heart of Nottingham, taught by our team of professional tutors. You’ll get hands-on experience by learning the ropes at Notts TV, Nottinghamshire’s very own TV channel, broadcasting 7 days a week across the region. 54 55
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Film & TV
Facilities
On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
Full-time
Production
• Confetti’s new Digital Media Hub
• A range of broadcast-quality
cameras Duration
• Professional grip and lighting gear 2 years
BTEC Level 3 • A state-of-the-art TV studio & gallery
• Mac and PC computer suites
• Adobe Creative Cloud How to apply
Call: 0115 952 2075
• Final Cut Pro X
Ever wanted to make a short film, documentary Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
• Green screen studio Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
or music video? This is your chance. Aimed at
aspiring writers, producers, cinematographers After the course
You’ll need:
and directors, this course combines theory and Once you’ve completed your course, you
5 GCSEs grade 9 – 4 (A*-C)
practice to give you an all-round understanding of could go on to study a degree course in
An appreciation of, and a passion
TV or Film Production at Confetti, or head
the diverse and exciting film and TV industries. straight into your career.
for film & TV, with a level of practical
experience and/or a Level 2
qualification in the subject area
Future careers include: camera
operator, cinematographer, editor,
producer, director researcher or
production assistant.
You’ll learn:
• Industry-standard production
techniques
• Different production roles, gaining
valuable hands-on experience
• The history of the film and TV industries
• How to create a range of moving image
productions, from short films to music Tutor spotlight:
videos, and live television productions
• How to engage with industry Stuart Samuels
professionals, and make real links to Film & TV Production
industry opportunities Course Leader
• How to create you showreel to prepare
Stuart is an accomplished editor
for a career in the film and TV industry
and teacher. He’s dedicated to
the delivery of a fun and involving
course, bringing out the best in
every student. He specialises in
VFX, editing and photography.
56 57Apply now confetti.ac.uk
Screen Acting
BTEC Level 3
This course is designed to provide you with real insight
and experience in acting for film and television. You’ll
be taught by experienced performers to develop a
range of acting techniques, as well as developing your
writing skills. This Screen Acting course is taught in
partnership with the Midlands Academy of Dance and
Drama, which means that our students benefit from
access to MADD’s world-class performing facilities.
You’ll learn: Facilities
• A wide range of screen-performance On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
skills Full-time
• Performance studios at Confetti and
• Key aspects of performing arts MADD
• How to develop confidence as a • Props, sets and costumes Duration
performer • Mac and PC computer suites 2 years
• How to gain, and maintain employment • Broadcast-standard camera and
as a screen actor sound equipment
• How to develop a professional portfolio How to apply
of acting work Call: 0115 952 2075
• How to engage with industry
After the course Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
professionals Once you’ve completed your course, you Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
could go on to study a degree course
in TV or Film Production at Confetti, or
You’ll need:
head straight into your career.
5 GCSEs grade 9 – 4 (A*-C)
An appreciation of, and a passion
Future careers include: film actor, TV
for acting, with a level of practical
actor, presenter, voice-over artist.
experience and/or a Level 2
qualification in the subject area
58 59Apply now confetti.ac.uk
VFX & “
Animation The facilities here
are great, especially
BTEC Level 3 the rooms that
have access to
From animation techniques, to 2D graphics, and dual monitors for a
3D modelling, this course will cover it all. You’ll be quicker work flow
equipped with the skills necessary for a career as
an animator or a visual effects specialist, working this really helped me
in film, TV, post-production or games. to be more creative.
Adikah Patterson
Level 3 VFX & Animation
You’ll learn: Facilities
• How to create and animate 2D On this course you’ll have access to: Study mode
graphics Full-time
• Confetti’s brand new Digital Media Hub
• Employment skills for the VFX • Industry-standard software
industry • High-spec computers, with use of Duration
• How to design and create your Adobe Creative Suite and Maya 2 years
own stop-motion film • Green screen studio
• The use of industry-standard
software for creating 3D models How to apply
and animations
After the course Call: 0115 952 2075
• The skills needed to work on a Once you’ve completed your course, you Online: confetti.ac.uk/apply
live industry brief could go on to study a degree course in Visit us: confetti.ac.uk/open-days
• How to create 3D content for Visual Effects Production at Confetti, or
the Oculus Rift head straight into your career.
You’ll need:
Future careers include: 2D animator, 3D 5 GCSEs grade 9 – 4 (A*-C)
animator, 3D modeller, 3D animator or An appreciation of, and a passion
roto and paint artist. for VFX and animation, with a level of
practical experience and/or a Level
2 qualification in the subject area
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How to Apply
Based on the course you decide to study there are
various ways of getting your application started
and sent through. Applying is a six-step progress,
and we’ll guide you through it from start to finish.
1. Apply Visit us at an open day
Come and see us at one of our
When you’re ready to apply for one
upcoming open days. You’ll get a
of our college courses, there’s a
tour of our facilities, have a chat with
few ways to start the process.
our tutors, and we’ll work together
to find the right course for you.
Apply online
You can make an application, and
Visit confetti.ac.uk/apply to apply
walk away with an interview date
through our website. Your application
on the day! To reserve your place
will come straight to us, and once
visit confetti.ac.uk/open-days. 3. Get your confirmation letter 5. Receive your enrolment date
it’s been processed, we’ll give you a
call to book an interview. You’ll also Once you’ve had your interview, hold Enrolment happens in mid-August.
See page 70 for a list of our tight. If we can offer you a place at You’ll join us at Confetti to pick up your
find all of the information about our
latest open day dates. Confetti, you’ll receive a confirmation student card and officially enrol onto
courses on our website, along with
our latest news and information. letter posted to the address provided your course. You’ll meet your course
2. Attend your interview on your application form, normally team and get a flavour for what you’ll
Call us Our interviews are relatively informal, and within 2 – 3 weeks, if not sooner. have to look forward to on your course.
You can call us on +44 (0)115 952 2075 and they’re nothing to worry about. They’re Look out for your official enrolment
start your application over the phone. Our a chance for you to meet our academic 4. Accept your place date, which will be posted
Student Services Team can also give you team, talk about your interest and You might be jumping for joy, or you out to you in advance.
advice and guidance, if you’re still unsure passions and find out whether we’re the might need a little more time to think
about which course is best for you. right college, offering the right course for about your place at Confetti. Either way, 6. Celebrate your place
you. In return, the interview is a chance once you’ve made your decision, you’ll That’s it! Once you’ve received your
By post for us to find out a bit more about you need to let us know that you’re intending confirmation letter and enrolment
If you’d prefer to apply in writing, we and why you’re choosing this course, to to join us in the autumn. Details about date, you can start the countdown
can post an application form to you – decide whether we can offer you a place. how to accept your place will be on to joining us. You’re on your way
just give us a call on the number above your confirmation letter. to becoming a Confetti student!
to request a paper application form. If you have any concerns, speak
to our Student Support Team,
who’ll be happy to help.
If you need any help or advice, call us on 0115 952 2075 or email hello@confetti.ac.uk
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Thinking About
University?
Once you’ve finished your college course,
you could go straight into industry, equipped
with the skills and experience that you’ve
developed during your time here.
Or, you could choose to stay and Why choose further study?
develop your specialism and study 1. Gain a degree delivered in partnership
an undergraduate course - we with Nottingham Trent University, one
offer foundation (FdSc/FdA) and full of the UK’s largest and most popular
honours degree options (BSc/BA). universities. Benefit from access
to the NTU gym, library, Students’
We offer degree courses in: Union and learning facilities.
• Audio & Music Technology 2. Study something you love for
• Music Performance longer. An undergraduate degree
• Live & Technical Events builds on the foundations that
• Television Production Technology you will have developed on your
• Film Production Technology college course, helping you to
• Visual Effects Production direct your studies towards your
• Games Art
“Dedication allowed me to complete the BSc (Hons)
personal areas of interest.
• Games Technology
3. Expand your knowledge and
further your skills, with additional
opportunities to gain experience
and learn new techniques,
theories and practices. in Games Production. It was truly worth all the hard
4. Evidence your expertise to employers
work and I’m proud to have achieved a First Class
with a higher level qualification. Put honours degree. I’ll always be honoured to be part
yourself ahead of the competition in
a competitive graduate marketplace.
of the Confetti experience and even returned to
complete my Masters degree to continue my journey.
5. Take part in our annual Degree
To browse our degree courses Showcase, giving you an opportunity
go to confetti.ac.uk/degree- to get your work in front of influential Akshay Soni
courses-nottingham local and national professionals. BSc (Hons) Games Production
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Student Services
At Confetti, you’ll find a wide range of Student
Services from dedicated academic and pastoral
teams, through to Student Services and
additional learning support – all geared up to
help you get the most out of your time here.
Student Forum Become a Student Ambassador
Have your say and help us continually Get involved in helping to shape
improve our courses. Via the forums events and workshops, represent
you can give us your views and Confetti at recruitment fairs and
feedback on every aspect of your get some amazing work experience
experience – so that we can make it to help develop your CV.
even better. Get elected as a Course
Rep and you’ll help to put forward the
views of your course classmates too. Additional Learning Support The ALS team also work closely
with curriculum areas to develop
Our ALS team will assess the
an inclusive curriculum that
support requirements of all students
reduces barriers to learning.
“
who declare a support need. If
you feel that you require support
you will be guided through our Student Services
support assessment process. Throughout your time at Confetti you’ll
Support at Confetti have the one-to-one support of a
Support is intended to enable access personal tutor, as well as your course
has helped me so to learning for all students, whilst tutors. In addition, there’s a whole
much. My confidence increasing a student’s ability to work
independently. We recognise that
range of different Student
Services available, including:
has grown over the students are individuals, so how
support is delivered will be different • Information, advice and guidance
two years I’ve been for everyone and can range from on every aspect of your course and
on my course, helping simple drop in sessions, through to
individualised support packages for
being a student at Confetti
• Help with study skills and additional
me to achieve. those with more complex difficulties. learning support
We take a partnership approach to • Pastoral support such as mentoring
support and encourage input from and finance advice
Rebecca Elcock the student, parents, supporters • Enrichment activities designed to help
Level 3 Graphic & Digital Design and other professionals. you get the most from your time here
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Fees & Funding
Will I have to pay for my How to pay your fees
college course at Confetti? (if applicable)
16 – 18 years old We know that paying everything up front
No! Your college course is fully sounds a bit daunting, so we’ve made
funded and you won’t need paying your fees as easy as possible.
to pay to study with us.
Choose to pay:
19 + years old • In full, at enrolment (at the start of
Yes, you may have to pay fees your first term, in the autumn) or,
to cover the cost of your course. • Sign a direct debit agreement
You’ll be assessed each year, which allows you to break your fees
and the amount you’ll pay may down into four, more manageable
change with each assessment. payments. There’s no administration
fee for this facility. The first payment
In 2018-2019, the fees for Level 1 and must be paid at your enrolment
Level 2 courses were £750 per year of session.
study, and £1,000 per year for Level 3
students. Fees change each year, so
these are supplied as a guide only.
Talk to us about your
circumstances
In some circumstances, course fees may TALK
TO US
be waived in part, or in full, depending
on your exact age, employment
status or previous qualifications.
Please contact our
If you are 19 or over, we recommend you Student Services
contact our Student Services Team on Team to find out more
+44 (0)115 952 2075 to discuss info by calling us on
your personal situation. 0115 952 2075.
68 69Apply now confetti.ac.uk Open Days Visit us at one of our upcoming open days – you’ll get the chance to tour our facilities, have a chat with our tutors, and we’ll work together to find the right course for you. Our open days will take place on the following dates: • Saturday 13 October 2018 • Saturday 24 November 2018 • Thursday 24 January 2019 • Thursday 21 March 2019 • Thursday 11 April 2019 • Wednesday 29 May 2019 • Thursday 11 July 2019 • Tuesday 6 August 2019 • Thursday 22 August 2019 • Thursday 5 September 2019 For further information and to book your place, visit confetti.ac.uk/open-days Schools Throughout the year, our Schools Liaison team visit schools and colleges to talk to students about careers in the creative industries. Their activities include in- school careers events, careers assemblies, interactive sessions, tours and experience days on-site at Confetti. Get in touch with our team and find out more at confetti.ac.uk/schools 70 71
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Getting to Confetti Confetti Creative
Quarter Campus
Confetti is located in the heart of Nottingham’s
Creative Quarter and is easily accessible by 1 CONFETTI HQ / DIGITAL MEDIA HUB
various modes of transportation. R
2 METRONOME
By Car By Rail 3 SPACE2
Nottingham is in the East Midlands and Nottingham Rail Station is a 15 – 20 minute
is easily reached by motorway. If you’re walk from our campus. You can take R MAIN RECEPTION
coming from the north, south or west, use the East Midlands Train service if you’re
the M1 motorway, exiting at Junction 26 travelling from Beeston, Alfreton or Derby.
to reach the city. From the east, you can Go to nationalrail.co.uk for details.
take the A52 into the city centre.
By Tram
There are a limited number of pay-and- The NET tram runs between the rail station 2
display parking spaces on King Edward and many local areas, including Bulwell,
Street, Brook Street and Bath Street. Car Hucknall, Clifton and Radford. For route
parks are also near our Digital Media Hub, and ticket information, go to thetram.net. 1
and music and events hub, Metronome Our closest stop is a five minute walk
on Brook Street, Huntingdon Street and 3
away, in the Lace Market.
Glasshouse Street (Victoria Centre). Our
film and TV hub, Space2, has parking By Bus
facilities on Handel Street and Garnet
Court – just a 3 minute walk away. You Thanks to our prime location in the city
can pay for Nottingham on-street parking centre, there are bus routes connecting
using cash, debit/credit cards and the us to the surrounding areas. Many of
Ringo app. these arrive outside intu Victoria Centre,
which is a short 2 – 3 minute walk from our
Visit confetti.ac.uk/directions to view our campus. Go to trentbarton.co.uk and
parking map. nctx.co.uk for full route information.
By Coach Arrival at Confetti
National Express coach services operate Receptionists at all our buildings will be
from Station Street, which is a 15 – 20 happy to help you find your way around
minute walk from our campus. If you’re our campus. Visit confetti.ac.uk/directions
travelling from Derby, the Red Arrow runs to view our campus map.
every 10 minutes, non-stop down the A52.
For route and ticket information go to
nationalexpress.com or trentbarton.co.uk.
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