BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Course in Redbridge. Classes run at New City College Chadwell Heath Campus, full-time during the day. This level 2 btec creative media course runs for 44 weeks and covers the practical and creative skills used across the media industry. You'll explore areas such as photography, video production, audio, and digital media. The course is assessed through coursework and project work rather than exams, so your portfolio of work builds throughout the year. It's a Pearson Edexcel qualification, and the btec creative media qualification is widely understood by employers and universities in the creative sector.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in video production and editing.
You'll explore photography and digital image making.
You'll work with audio recording and sound production techniques.
You'll create media products for different audiences and purposes.
You'll use industry-standard software and equipment.
You'll plan and manage your own creative projects.
You'll build a portfolio of practical media work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, project-based work in the classroom. Assessment is coursework-based. You'll complete assignments and build a portfolio of media projects throughout the course. There are no written exams. Tutors assess your work against set criteria, and you'll receive feedback as you progress through each unit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Chadwell Heath Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor. Editing footage for online, broadcast, or social media.
Photographer. Working in commercial, events, or editorial photography.
Social media content creator. Producing video and image content for brands.
Media production assistant. Supporting shoots and productions on set.
Graphic designer. Creating visual content for print and digital.
Audio technician. Recording and mixing sound for media projects.
What you could study next
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production. The natural next step if you want to go deeper into a specialist area such as film, audio, or photography. Also a recognised route into higher education.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design. Broadens your creative skills if you're drawn toward a design or fine art direction.
A university foundation or degree course in media, film, or communications, for which this qualification can support your application.
