Introducing iMedia Does iMedia meet the requirements at Key Stage 4?
iMedia meets some, but not all of the requirements in the National Curriculum for coverage of students at Key Stage 4. This vocational qualification was designed primarily for 14+ and early professionals. All iMedia units purchased from 1 March will be e-portfolio only and from 1 June all units submitted for moderation will be e-portfolio only.
How can I get approval to offer iMedia?
Simply download the iMedia datasheet which includes the centre approval form. Complete and return this to OCR Operations Department (details all contained on the form). For more information email the OCR Customer Contact Centre.
What are the guided learning hours?
For Levels 1 and 2 the guided learning hours are 30 hours per unit.
For Level 3 the guided learning hours are 60 hours per unit.
Where can I find key documents such as tutors handbooks and specifications?
The following documents can be downloaded as pdfs.
Level 2 Specification and Tutors Handbook (243k)
Level 3 Specification and Tutors Handbook (263k)
Datasheet with Centre Approval Form (63k)
North Lincolnshire Council Adult Education Service Case Study (909k)
iMedia e-portfolio Centre Guide (1162k)
iMedia e-portfolio Student Guide (1393k)
iMedia e-portfolio Quick Guide for Tutors (60k)
iMedia e-portfolio Quick Guide for Students (60k)
What equivalence in points does this have at Level 2?
The Certificate which requires completion of the mandatory plus 2 additional units has a GCSE level equivalence of 46 points (B grade) or 20% as per the National Database of Accredited Qualification (NDAQ).
The Diploma which requires completion of the mandatory plus 4 additional units has a GCSE level equivalence of 92 points (B grade) or 40% as per the National Database of Accredited Qualification (NDAQ).
Visit National Database of Accredited Qualification (NDAQ for more information.
Will UCAS points be awarded to the Level 3 Qualification?
We have applied for iMedia Level 3 to be added to the UCAS tariff. We are currently gaining support from the UCAS members and the status will be clarified later this year.
Will a candidate be awarded a certificate for each unit?
Yes. All units will be individually certified. To achieve the full award Certificate candidates must complete 3 units (including the mandatory unit). To achieve the Diploma, candidates must complete 5 units (including the mandatory unit).
How do I register candidates?
All candidate entries for these qualifications follow the unnamed entry route.
How do I get started with the iMedia e-portfolio?
To get started with iMedia you need to request an entry form. Once your completed entry form is processed you will receive from OCR your iMedia assignment materials
- statement of entries
- NQF 4&5
You will then receive from TAG Learning OCR’s iMedia MAPS technology partner;
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iMedia MAPS e-portfolio login details
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iMedia MAPS e-portfolio user guide
What equipment will I need to use iMedia MAPS e-portfolio?
No specialist equipment or software is required. All you need to use iMedia MAPS e-portfolio is a computer with internet access (preferably broadband) and Internet Explorer 5.5+ or Mozilla 1.0+.
What if candidates do not have access to the internet?
As long as the tutor has access to the internet, the tutor can choose to upload work on behalf of the candidates.
How is candidate’s work marked within iMedia MAPS e-portfolio?
Work is marked by the tutor in iMedia MAPS e-portfolio using the e-checklist, an electronic version of the evidence checklist shown in the tutors’ handbooks.
Why is iMedia e-portfolio only?
We found there were numerous issues with submitting work via CD. iMedia MAPS e-portfolio meets the needs of both centres and candidates and is best suited the interactive digital nature of the qualification.
Are there any iMedia training events?
There are some iMedia training days arranged but further training events may be arranged if demand is high. To request a training day on iMedia email training@ocr.org.uk
Can a candidate be awarded a certificate for each unit?
Yes. All units are eligible for certification.
What are the fees for iMedia?
From 1st September 2007
Level 1: £11.60 per unit.
Level 2: £13.20 per unit.
Level 3: £17.10 per unit.
