Dv8 Sussex - 24-25 Prospectus

C O U R S E S I N
GAMES, MEDIA & MUSIC
D V 8 S U S S E X
2 0 2 4 / 2 0 2 5 P R O S P E C T U S
C R E A T I V E S P E C I A L I S T S
I N D U S T R Y - L E D T U T O R S
S M A L L C L A S S S I Z E S
CELEBRATING 20 YEARS

W H O W E A R E
D V 8 S U S S E X A R E . . .
C R E A T I V E S P E C I A L I S T S
I N D U S T R Y - L E D T U T O R S
S M A L L C L A S S S I Z E S
2023 marks Dv8’s 20th anniversary of
providing creative and digital skills
education and training in Brighton;
come and join us at this exciting time
as we move into new premises and
develop new, creative partnerships
across Brighton and Hove and East
Sussex. These include Brighton
Electric Studios, Silicon Brighton,
Create Music and Talent Accelerator
amongst others.
Dv8 Sussex are…
· Creative Specialists
· Industry -led tutors
· Small class sizes
Being a Dv8 Sussex student is unlike
studying anywhere else. With our
small class sizes and industry-focused
courses, our students can apply
themselves solely to their creative
passions and are given a lot of
creative freedom. All our courses are
vocational and practical, so this means
that you will be taught not only course
content, but how you can take that
knowledge forward onto a career
within your chosen industry.
Alongside your core course we will
ensure that you develop the skills you
need to succeed in life through a
range of work experience
opportunities, employer encounters,
personal and social development
sessions, enrichment programme and
careers and tutorial support.
Our students go on to do amazing
things, we hope that you too can be
part of this journey from September
2024.
"I left Dv8 with the
qualifications and the
work experience in what
I wanted to do"
- Former Dv8 Student
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W H E R E W E A R E
With centres based across Sussex, our students can access our courses
regardless of their location. We offer means-tested bursaries for travel
expenses. Further information can be found on our website and during
the application process.
B R I G H T O N
Our centre in Brighton is perfect for those who want the city experience.
Based in the centre of the city, and just a short 5-minute walk from Brighton
Station, we are easily accessible by all the major bus routes and public
transport that Brighton has to offer.
B E X H I L L
Our centre in Bexhill is in the prime location for students based in East
Sussex. Situated just a short walk from the station and close to the beach,
we are accessible via all local transport links.
As a result of being so well situated, our students can enjoy the benefits of a
wide range of enrichment opportunities and employer links from within the
local digital creative sector.
L O N D O N
C R A W L E Y
T U N B R I D G E
W E L L S
H O R S H A M
H A Y W A R D S
H E A T H
C H I C H E S T E R
D V 8 S U S S E X
B R I G H T O N
D V 8 S U S S E X
B E X H I L L
R Y E
H A S T I N G S
W O R T H I N G
E A S T B O U R N E
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A L U M N I
Once you finish your studies with us, you will gain automatic
membership to our Alumni network. This is a community of all our past
students, and there are many perks to staying in touch with us:
Opportunities to network with other Alumni
Access to our Alumni Discord server
Reunion events
Opportunities to come back and speak to our students about your
experiences
Mentoring opportunities
And more!
Our Alumni are currently doing amazing things within
the creative industries...
JULIA
GAMES DEVELOPMENT
Currently studying Games Art & Design
at University of Brighton.
"At Dv8 I learned valuable skills that I'm
able to apply to my work at University."
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KORBEN
CREATIVE MUSIC INDUSTRIES
Currently working in Artist Management
and Events Management.
"I met friends for life and it helped me
to further my career in the industry."
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KEITH
CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA
Freelance Photographer and
Videographer. Currently studying a PGCE
in Creative Media.
"Dv8 allowed me to pave the way to my
future and develop my skills in a way that
I hadn't had the chance to prior."

G A M E S
D E V E L O P M E N T
L E V E L 2 | L E V E L 3
WHAT CAREERS COULD THIS
LEAD TO?
Further skills development onto the Level 3
Games Development course (After Level 2)
University onto a Games
Development/Programming course (after
both years of a Level 3)
Games Designer
Games Artist/Illustrator
Level Designer
QA Tester
Game Script Writer
App Developer
3D Modeller
Concept Artist
Storyboard Artist
Games Developer
Higher Apprenticeship within the creative
industries
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"All of the tutors
have been so
supportive and
helpful ..."
- Dv8 Student
OUR GAMES DEVELOPMENT
COURSE WILL EQUIP YOU WITH
THE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
NEEDED IN ONE OF THE FASTEST-
GROWING CREATIVE INDUSTRIES.
Join our Games Development Course to
master the art of creating stunning 2D and
3D games, programming and graphic
design. Learn how to plan and pitch your
business ideas to studios and investors, and
gain valuable experience through projectbased
assessments that mimic real
industry settings.
This course is your essential stepping stone
to Higher Education and a fulfilling career
in the Gaming Industry. Plus, you'll get to
explore local games studios, network with
industry leaders and take on exciting,
project-based work experience.
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C R E A T I V E
D I G I T A L M E D I A
L E V E L 2 | L E V E L 3
WHAT CAREERS COULD THIS
LEAD TO?
Further skills development onto the Level 3
Creative Digital Media course (After Level 2)
University onto a Video/Photography or
Digital Media/Arts/Design degree course
(after both years of a Level 3)
Photographer
Film maker
Camera operator
Editor
Production manager
Producer
Researcher
Graphic/web designer
Vlogger
Higher Apprenticeship within the creative
industries
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"It's a really fun,
creative and
supportive college,
it feels like a
community here"
- Current Dv8 Student
THE CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA
COURSE WILL HELP YOU TO
DEVELOP AN UNDERSTANDING OF
ONLINE MEDIA, INCLUDING
PHOTOGRAPHY AND MOVING
IMAGE CREATION, EDITING AND
SOCIAL MEDIA USE.
You will develop a whole new
understanding of the online media
landscape and produce compelling
content for various digital media
destinations. Learners gain hands-on
experience in video production,
photography, editing, social media
management, and create an impressive
digital media portfolio showcasing their
skills.
Our course prepares you for higher
education and an exciting career in
creative digital media, teaching you how
to monetize content, build a brand, and
market effectively. Plus, gain real-world
experience through local community
projects, networking with industry figures,
and project-based work.
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C R E A T I V E M U S I C
I N D U S T R Y
L E V E L 2 | L E V E L 3
WHAT CAREERS COULD THIS
LEAD TO?
Further skills development onto the Level 3
Creative Music Industry course (After Level 2)
University onto a Music/Music Technology
degree course (after both years of a Level 3)
Music/vocal artist
Songwriter
Producer
Composer
Music Publishing
Music Business – ie working for a Record
Label
Events promoter
DJ
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"I've gained so much
more confidence in
myself..."
- Current Dv8 Student
THE CREATIVE MUSIC INDUSTRY
COURSE IS IDEAL FOR ANYBODY
WHO WANTS TO BUILD ON THEIR
PASSION FOR MUSIC
You will have the opportunity to learn new
skills and develop your current skills
through a range of subjects including,
Composition, Performance, Production,
Recording and Promotion , as well as
gaining an insight into the workings of the
sector through exploration of the Music
Business.
There is a focus on practical learning and
project-based assignments to help you
build a portfolio of musical work and
develop your own personal sound or
musical style. The course is ideal
preparation to either grow your career
within the music industry or continue your
studies in a Higher Education setting.
Our expert tutors and Music Ambassadors
provide opportunities with studios, record
companies, venues and a wide range of
highly experienced industry professionals
will help build your knowledge and
contacts for the future. Additionally, we
offer opportunities for work experience
within the thriving local music industry.
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E N G L I S H &
M A T H S
G C S E | F U N C T I O N A L S K I L L S
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"STUDENTS DEVELOP VALUABLE ENGLISH
AND MATHEMATICS SKILLS ON THEIR
COURSE THAT HELP THEM WITH THEIR
STUDIES AND FUTURE GOALS..."
OFSTED, MARCH 2021
Confidence in Maths & English is vital to success, and they are at the
heart of everything we do in work and life. Embedded within each
level 2 course are sessions developing these essential skills and
demonstrating their relevance to everything in education and the
wider world.
The learner will be given the opportunity to study Maths and English
at Functional Skill or GCSE level, dependent on their prior attainment.
We aim for all students to achieve a minimum GCSE grade 4 or
Functional Skills level 2 equivalent during their time with us.
The extra lessons will be planned around the core course timetable
with an extra half day dedicated to each subject.
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CELEBRATING 20 YEARS

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS
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S T U D E N T
E X P E R I E N C E
WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON
THE LINKS WE HAVE WITH
LOCAL EMPLOYERS AND
ORGANISATIONS WITHIN
THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES.
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The experience of being a Dv8
student doesn’t just stop at the
classroom. We also offer a wide
range of opportunities outside of
your lessons, and support for life
after Dv8.

LEARNING SUPPORT
At DV8 we work with our students to find what support suits them. We offer a highly
personalised package of support which can include more than in class support. We
aim to develop our young people so they are ready for what adult life may bring.
We also offer support with studies, either in class or in structured support outside of
the classroom. Students can access some learning support regardless of their SEN
status. We are here to support learning for all!
ENRICHMENT
We like to inspire our students with real-life voices from the creative and digital
industries and this past year our students have benefitted from enrichment activities
and guest talks from the following organisations:
WORK EXPERIENCE
We are committed to ensuring that all our students take part in meaningful work
experience within the creative industries, as a key part of their study programme.
This can range from placement at employers’ premises, student enterprise projects,
students working to a design brief set by partner employers, or other types of
employer encounters in a range of settings. In the past, these have included
organisations such as:
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STUDENT VOICE
Your voice matters, and therefore we ensure that we take the time to listen to your
views in order to improve your experience. You will have the opportunity to take part
in meetings about your time with us, and to complete surveys and feedback forms.
We will then respond to these through our termly ‘You Said, We Did’
announcements.
CAREERS AND FUTURE PATHWAYS
We will help to prepare you for life after Dv8, whether that’s employment, further or
higher education, or an apprenticeship. We are very proud that our students have
followed a wide range of different paths to achieve their career goals. We will fully
support you in whichever career direction you choose to take through both 1-to-1
and classroom based careers sessions.
Here are just some examples of where our students have gone on to:
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T O U R S & O P E N
E V E N T S
Find out more about our courses in
Games, Music and Media.
Find out more about our college and our courses in Music, Media and Games.
Open events will be held in both Bexhill and Brighton during the Autumn term.
Attending one of these events will give you the opportunity to visit the college
premises, meet staff and students, see the facilities and ask any questions you
may have.
Please keep an eye on our website for dates and details, including a signing up
form. We will also promote these events on our social media channels – don’t
forget to follow us! #dv8sussex
If you find that you can’t make it to any of our Autumn open events, then please
don’t worry as there are likely to be further events later on in the year.
Alternatively if you prefer, you can always contact us to book in for a private tour
of the college at any time of the year by emailing
dv8admissions@londonlc.org.uk
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CELEBRATING 20 YEARS
C R E A T I V E S P E C I A L I S T S
I N D U S T R Y - L E D T U T O R S
S M A L L C L A S S S I Z E S
Victoria House, 125 Queens Road, BN1 3WB
01273 550432
Bexhill Hive, 41 St Leonards Road, Bexhill, TN40 1HS
01424 213890
dv8admissions@londonlc.org.uk
07902 968615
www.dv8sussex.com
Follow us @dv8sussex