Television and Digital Media Production Technology – University College of Ratmalana

Higher National Diploma in Television and Digital Media Production Technology

The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Television and Digital Media Production Technology conducted by the University College of Ratmalana is a nationally recognized program designed to produce skilled professionals for Sri Lanka’s growing television and media industry. The program focuses on developing creative, technical, and analytical competencies required for television production, broadcasting, and digital media content creation.

Aligned with the national vocational and higher education framework, the program integrates strong theoretical knowledge with extensive practical training. Students gain hands-on experience in areas such as television programme production, camera operation, editing, sound design, lighting, script writing, and post-production. Through project-based learning and industry exposure, the program prepares graduates for employment in television channels, media production houses, advertising agencies, and the broader creative media sector.

Program Structure and Theoretical Foundation

The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Television and Digital Media Production Technology is structured to progressively develop students’ knowledge from fundamental media concepts to advanced television production techniques. The theoretical component forms a strong foundation of the program, enabling students to understand television production, media communication, and visual storytelling from both analytical and creative perspectives.

Core theoretical and practical subjects include:

Screenplay Writing
Production Designing
Film language and aesthetic
Media Marketing
Basics of Broadcasting
Sound designing
Understanding Direction & Director
Designing Sound for Screen
Audio Video Technology for New Media
Media Ethics, Law and Broadcasting Regulations
Multicamera Production technology and Techniques
Makeup and Prosthetic makeup for Audio Visual Productions
Costume Designing for Screen
News, News features and Current affairs in Television

Through lectures, tutorials, discussions, and structured assessments, students develop the ability to analyze television content, understand visual storytelling techniques, interpret production scripts, evaluate program structures, and critically examine the social and cultural impact of television media.

The emphasis on theoretical knowledge ensures that graduates are not only technically skilled media practitioners but also creative professionals capable of planning, managing, and critically evaluating television productions within the broader media industry.

Industrial Exposure

A key highlight of the program is the structured On-the-Job Training (OJT) period conducted in collaboration with media institutions and production companies. During this phase, students gain real-world experience in television channels, production houses, advertising agencies, and digital media studios. This exposure helps bridge the gap between academic learning and professional media practice.

Learning Resources and Facilities

The University College provides modern facilities to support both academic and practical learning. These include:

Students also benefit from project-based learning, production assignments, and industry-linked training opportunities. The learning environment encourages creativity, technical precision, collaboration, and innovation, preparing students to meet the dynamic demands of the television and media industry.

Academic Staff and Expertise

The program is delivered by qualified academic staff with both teaching and industrial experience. Lecturers possess strong backgrounds in Film and Television Production Technology. Many staff members bring practical industry exposure into the classroom, enhancing the relevance of lectures and laboratory work.

Continuous academic guidance, mentoring, and assessment feedback ensure that students receive personalized support throughout their studies.

Module Code	Technical Module	Notional hours	Number of Credits
NVQ Level 5 Qualification Semester 1
D32T003M01	Introduction to Mass Communication	25	01
D32T003M02	Basics of Engineering Mathematics	50	02
D32T003M03	Basics of Technology in Audio Visual Production	100	04
D32T003M04	Fundamental of Screenplay writing	75	03
D32T003M05	Camera Technology and Techniques	100	04
D32T003M06	Basic Technology of Lighting and Lighting Techniques	100	04
D32T003M07	Techniques of AV Product Development	50	02
D32T003M08	Aesthetic of Editing-I	75	03
D32T003M09	Basics of Production Planning Methods	50	02
NVQ Level 5 Qualification Semester 2
D32T003M10	Aspects of Post-production Planning	25	01
D32T003M11	Basic Application of Audio technology and Techniques	75	03
D32T003M12	Application of Graphics and animations in AV Production	50	02
D32T003M13	Basics of Production designing	50	02
D32T003M14	Application of Make-up in AV production	25	01
D32T003M15	Basics of Editing Technology and Techniques	100	04
D32T003M16	Multi-camera Technology and Techniques	75	03
D32T003M17	Understanding Direction & Director	50	02
D32T003M18	Basics of Broadcasting technology	50	02
D32T003M19	Ethics, Intellectual property rights and media law	25	01
D32T003M20	Occupational Safety and Health Procedures and Practices	50	02
D32T003M21	Final Project-I (Individual submission)	100	04
On the Job Training (06 months) 6 Months on the Job Training under the supervision of NAITA.

NVQ Level 6 Qualification Semester 1
D32T003M22	Engineering Mathematics	50	02
D32T003M23	Film Language and Aesthetics	100	04
D32T003M24	Art, culture and critical theory	50	02
D32T003M25	Audio Video Technology for New Media	100	04
D32T003M26	Introduction to Media Marketing of AV products	50	02
D32T003M27	Writing for Screen	100	04
D32T003M28	Designing Screen Production	75	03
D32T003M29	Production Management in Screen Production	50	02
D32T003M30	Designing Sound for Screen	75	03
NVQ Level 6 Qualification Semester 2
D32T003M31	Aesthetic of Editing-II	50	02
D32T003M32	Entrepreneurship Development and small Business Management	75	03
D32T003M33	Elements of Art and Design	75	03
D32T003M34	Production Designing for Screen	100	04
D32T003M35	Costume Designing for Screen	100	04
D32T003M36	Usage of Special Effect Make-up for Screen	50	02
D32T003M37	News, News Features and Current Affairs in Television	100	04
D32T003M38	Final Project-II	150	06
On the Job Training (03 months) 3 Months on the Job Training under the supervision of NAITA.