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BTEC Level 1 Digital Media Course in Stroud

Cost£540.00
Duration378 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 1 Digital Media Course in Stroud. Classes run full-time at SGS Stroud Campus during the day. This level 1 btec digital media course covers around 378 hours of study. You'll explore the core skills and techniques used across digital media production. The course suits those taking their first steps into the subject. Fees apply, though students aged 16 to 18 years old pay a significantly reduced fee. Concessions may be available if you're 19 or over. Check the college website for current fee details.

Who this course is for

Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in creating digital media content.
  • You'll explore different digital media formats and how they are used.
  • You'll learn to plan and produce media projects.
  • You'll practise using industry-relevant tools and software.
  • You'll understand how digital media is applied in creative and commercial contexts.
  • You'll build a portfolio of work to demonstrate your skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at SGS Stroud Campus. Assessment is through coursework and practical assignments rather than written exams. You'll complete projects that demonstrate your skills across different areas of digital media. Your work is assessed on an ongoing basis throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. SGS Stroud Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Digital media assistant: support content creation for organisations.
  • Social media assistant: help manage and create social content.
  • Junior video editor: edit footage for digital platforms.
  • Graphic design assistant: produce visual assets for digital use.
  • Photography assistant: support photographers on shoots and in post-production.
  • Marketing assistant: help produce digital materials for campaigns.

What you could study next

A level 1 btec digital media qualification opens the door to further study. You could move on to a BTEC Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Digital Media to deepen your skills. From there, a Level 3 BTEC in Creative Media Production or a related subject could lead to higher education or employment in the creative industries.

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