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2 - Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate For Arts, Design and Media - Continue to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Television Production Technology (Digital)

Foundation or pathway, General studies. Nottingham Trent International College (at Nottingham Trent University), Nottingham, East Midlands, United Kingdom.

Level
Foundation or pathway
Field
General studies
School
Nottingham Trent International College (at Nottingham Trent University)
Location
Nottingham, East Midlands, United Kingdom
Tuition (first year)
17,990 GBP
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Feb 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
13,347 GBP a year
School type
Public
DLI number
10004797

Program overview

2 - Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate For Arts, Design and Media - Continue to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Television Production Technology (Digital) is a foundation or pathway program in general studies at Nottingham Trent International College (at Nottingham Trent University), a public institution in Nottingham, East Midlands, United Kingdom, founded in 1843.

First-year tuition is listed at 17,990 GBP and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Feb 2027.

Applications to Nottingham Trent International College (at Nottingham Trent University) typically receive a decision in 8 days and 7 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 31,337 GBP for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. UKVI sets a monthly maintenance amount that differs for London and the rest of the UK, plus the tuition fee for the first year, up to a cap. You must also pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge. Amounts are updated by the UK government, so read the money section of the official guidance before you apply.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (GBP)
Tuition, first year17,990 GBP
Living costs, first year (school estimate)13,347 GBP
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total31,337 GBP

How the tuition compares in the United Kingdom

Our directory lists 2,755 foundation or pathway programs in general studies at 73 schools in the United Kingdom. Their median first-year tuition is 21,540 GBP, and the middle half cost between 18,900 GBP and 25,300 GBP.

At 17,990 GBP, 2 - Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate For Arts, Design and Media - Continue to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Television Production Technology (Digital) is 16% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 7,900 GBP to 42,020 GBP.

Lower-cost foundation or pathway options in general studies

If budget matters, these foundation or pathway programs in general studies have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United Kingdom.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
Pre-Master's in Science and Engineering - Continue to Master of Science - Quantity SurveyingInternational College Portsmouth (ICP), Portsmouth7,900 GBP
1-Semester Pre-Master's Pathway in Art Management - Continue to Master of Arts - Cosmetics Branding and PromotionBirmingham City University International College (BCUIC), Birmingham10,200 GBP
1-Semester Pathway - Pre-Master's (Academic Modules) in Children and Young People - Continue to Master of Arts - Childhood Studies The College, Swansea University, Swansea10,500 GBP
1-Term Pathway - Pre-Masters in Humanities and Social Sciences - Continue to Master of Arts - Contemporary Curating Manchester Metropolitan University International College, Manchester11,000 GBP
1-Term Pathway - International Incorporated Master's (IIM) - Continue to Master of Science - Sustainability - Climate Change and The Transitions to Net-Zero EconomiesInternational College Dundee, Dundee11,195 GBP
Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Animal Behaviour (with Foundation Year)University of Chester - Exton Park (Parkgate Road) Campus, Chester, Chester11,250 GBP

Plan for the Feb 2027 intake

Working back from a Feb 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September or October is the main intake for most courses, with a January or February intake for some. Visa applications can be made within a set window before the course start date.

ByStep
April 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
June 2026Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
August 2026Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
October 2026Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
January 2027Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

Nottingham Trent International College (at Nottingham Trent University) sets the exact entry requirements for 2 - Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate For Arts, Design and Media - Continue to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Television Production Technology (Digital). For a foundation or pathway, applicants usually need the following.

Universities accept a range of tests and some accept alternative evidence. For the visa itself you may need an approved English test result or confirmation from the sponsor. Check what your sponsor will accept before booking a test.

  • Class 10 and 12 marksheets, or your most recent qualification.
  • A short personal statement.
  • English test results at the level the pathway sets.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: Student visa (Student route)

Students from India need a Student visa (Student route) to study in the United Kingdom. UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) decides the application.

The UK Student visa is sponsored by a licensed university or college through a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). The route is points based and document heavy: funds, English language and sponsor details must all match the rules in force on the day you apply.

  • Apply to a licensed student sponsor. Undergraduate applications go through UCAS; most postgraduate applications go directly to the university.
  • Accept an offer, meet any conditions and pay any deposit requested. Ask for the CAS once you are eligible for it.
  • Prepare proof of funds held for the required period, your passport, the CAS details, English evidence and a tuberculosis test certificate where required for your country.
  • Check whether your subject needs ATAS clearance, then apply online and pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge.

After you graduate

Eligible graduates may apply for the Graduate route, which allows time in the UK to work or look for work. The length of stay and conditions have been under review, so use the current GOV.UK page and not older figures.

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against 2 - Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate For Arts, Design and Media - Continue to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Television Production Technology (Digital) and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for 2 - Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate For Arts, Design and Media - Continue to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Television Production Technology (Digital)?

First-year tuition is listed at 17,990 GBP. Living costs are extra; Nottingham Trent International College (at Nottingham Trent University) estimates 13,347 GBP a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Feb 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is 2 - Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate For Arts, Design and Media - Continue to Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Television Production Technology (Digital) a degree?

It is listed as a foundation or pathway. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.

Which visa do I need to study in the United Kingdom?

You need a Student visa (Student route), decided by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Nottingham Trent International College (at Nottingham Trent University), then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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