Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production (Media & Communication Pathway)
Turn your creativity into career-ready skills, exploring a range of creative media productions and editing techniques. Learn how to connect with an audience and generate a portfolio of industry-ready work!
Course overview
This qualification will broaden your knowledge of the cultural and social contexts in which creative media is made. You’ll gain a greater insight into the TV, film, print and news industry, as well as a greater understanding of how they are produced and tailored to a wide range of audiences.
To qualify for this course, you will need a minimum of: 4 GCSE’s at Grade 4 or above (one of which should be Maths/English).
Upon enrolment, you will be expected to provide a portfolio of your previous artwork.
What you'll learn
- Research and understand context within a variety of media
- Learn how to create proposals for a wide range of audiences audience
- Develop your independence and decision-making skills
- Understand the pros and cons of different types of creative media when connecting with an audience
- Research and prepare for your dream career by creating showreels, mastering your CV or gaining work experience in your favourite field
- Explore the progression routes and opportunities available to you in the media industry
- Master your skills in video editing, film and radio production
- Complete a final project in your chosen creative discipline, building an industry-ready portfolio of work
As a media student you will gain practical experience in our impressive modern facilities including: professionally equipped TV studios, video/editing and Apple Mac suites. Our highly experienced staff will support, guide and prepare you for a wide range of opportunities, including further education and employment.
What you'll need
Students can buy their own materials such as USB memory sticks and blank DVDs. There are also a range of educational visits to London, where students will be required to pay for their tickets and travel. Students are also allocated a certain amount of free printing, after which a small fee will be incurred. You can purchase more printing credits on our online store, which can be found here.
Career Pathways
The Extended Diploma is equal to 3 A Levels in size and awards UCAS points upon successful completion. Students will be able to apply for a degree at a university or other courses in a related area. Alternatively, some students can go on to work independently in the industry.
Entry job roles in this area include: Video Editor, Sound Technician and Media Researcher.