BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Skills Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College @ the Joseph Wright Centre, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. You'll explore a broad range of media skills across video, design and audio, building practical ability alongside research, critical thinking and reflection. The course is structured around two units: Skills Development and a Creative Media Project, with a series of projects covering different areas of the media sector. You'll need at least four GCSE grade 3s, including grade 3 in both English Language and Maths.
Who this course is for
Are you interested in exploring what the media sector has to offer? This one-year course is designed to give you a general overview of what media is and the skills you need to succeed.This qualification gives you the opportunity to develop a range of practical skills used within the sector as well as developing your research skills, critical thinking and reflection skills. The knowledge and skills you’ll develop over the year will be enhanced by a series of projects focusing on different areas of the media sector.The Level 2 Certificate is equivalent to one GCSE. To support your main study programme, personal and professional development and work experience, you will also resit your English Language and Maths GCSEs.
Entry requirements
You will need at least four 3 grades at GCSE, with a minimum grade 3 in both English Language and Maths.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in video production, design and audio.
You'll build research skills applied to media projects.
You'll practise critical thinking and reflection on your own work.
You'll complete a Skills Development unit exploring different areas of the media sector.
You'll produce a Creative Media Project drawing on the skills you've developed.
You'll gain a broad overview of how the media industry works.
How you will learn
You'll study on-site at the centre through a mix of theory lessons and hands-on practical sessions. The course is delivered in the classroom and covers both knowledge and skills. Assessment is through two units: a Skills Development unit and a Creative Media Project. You'll also resit GCSE English Language and Maths as part of your study programme.
What you will need to bring
You are required to supply your own stationery. Derby College @ the Joseph Wright Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior video editor: assisting with editing footage for production companies
Social media content creator: producing video and visual content for brands
Graphic design assistant: supporting design teams with visual assets
Audio production assistant: helping with recording and sound editing
Media production runner: entry-level support role on film or TV sets
Digital content assistant: creating and managing online media content
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production: a full Level 3 qualification that goes deeper into specialist media areas and is recognised for university entry.
Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Digital Media: builds on Level 2 skills with a focus on digital platforms and production.
T Level in Media, Broadcast and Production: a technical qualification combining classroom study with an industry placement.
