Media & Film

BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Creative Media Production

Coursework/Exams (%): 100/0
You need: GCSE grades D-F or better or Pass at Entry level
Board: Edexcel
Duration: 1 year

This course will introduce you to the Creative Media Production, exploring 9 units within the fields of Multimedia, Digital Photography, Animation, Video Products and Editing. You will also study creative practitioners within this field. You can achieve a nationwide recognised Level 1 vocational qualification and progress to BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Creative Media Production.

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production

Coursework/Exams (%): 100/0
You need: GCSE grades C-D or a Merit for Pass at BTEC Level 1 Diploma
Board: Edexcel
Duration: 1 year

This is a practical course where you learn by completing a series of projects in small production teams. You’ll gain a foundation in a wide range of practical and creative media skills, including digital video production, multimedia, web design and photography. Your work on this course will be supported by developing the ability to analyse and understand how the media works.

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Media

Coursework/Exams (%): 100/0
You need: 4 GCSE grades A*-C (at least 2 A/B grades) including English or Distinction/Merit BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Media
Board: Edexcel
Duration: 2 years

You’ll gain a thorough grounding in professional media practices covering a diverse range of production areas from documentary and music video to experimental, multimedia, animation, research and writing. The course utilises digital production and editing facilities and our team of lecturers and support staff have a wealth of media industry experience. The focus is on practical skills and production with theory to deepen your understanding. This course is equivalent to 2 A Levels.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Media

Coursework/Exams (%): 100/0
You need: 5 GCSE grades A*-C (at least 2 A/B grades) including English or Distinction/Merit BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Media
Board: Edexcel
Duration: 2 years

You’ll study the same subjects as for the Diploma plus additional units. This course is equivalent to 3 A Levels.

AS/A2 Media Studies

Coursework/Exams (%): 50/50
You need: 6 GCSE grades A*-C (at least 2 A/B grades) including English and Maths
Board: OCR
Duration: AS 1 year/A2 2 years

This course involves studying how the media communicates meaning to audiences. You’ll develop practical and theoretical skills so that you can both analyse and create media productions. You’ll learn how to analyse television, film, newspapers and magazines, as well as use the latest technology to make your own film, video, web, radio or magazine productions.

AS/A2 Film Studies

Coursework/Exams (%): 50/50
You need: 6 GCSE grades A*-C (at least 2 A/B grades) including English and Maths
Board: WJEC
Duration: AS 1 year/A2 2 years

This course deepens your understanding and appreciation of film, both practically and academically, and develops your creativity, observation and critical analysis skills. On the practical side, you’ll be introduced to professional script writing, directing, storyboarding, camera, digital video editing and performance techniques, making a short movie in year two. Theory lessons will explore the effects of cinema on audiences, film language, history, technology, marketing and business practice. Key topics are Hollywood and world cinema, film narrative, style and performance.