BTEC Level 3 Digital Film and Video Production Course in Hove. Classes run at BHASVIC, part-time during the day, four and a half hours per week over 72 weeks. You'll develop practical skills across the full production process, from pre-production planning and camera technique through to editing and final export. In year one, you explore editing, camera work, and stop motion animation. In year two, you produce a short genre film and complete a timed brief set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll need a grade 4 in GCSE English Language to apply.
Who this course is for
Creative Media Production is an exciting and challenging course which encourages you to critically engage with and evaluate a broad range of moving image products. The course is designed to provide an educational foundation for a range of careers in the media industry and allied sectors. The practical aspect of the course requires a commitment from students to work outside of their lessons and will allow students the opportunity to develop their skills in camera, editing and project management.
Entry requirements
4 in English Language GCSE.
What you will learn
You'll develop camera techniques used in film and television production.
You'll build editing skills using industry-standard post-production methods.
You'll practise pre-production skills including treatment writing, pitching, and project planning.
You'll create a short genre film with a clear narrative structure.
You'll complete a timed production brief set by the awarding body.
You'll work in production crews, managing projects from concept to final export.
You'll critically analyse a broad range of moving image products.
How you will learn
Assessment combines written and practical coursework throughout the two years. You'll complete internal assignment briefs set by the department and a timed external brief set by Pearson Edexcel in year two. Practical work is central to the course, and you'll be expected to work on productions outside of classroom hours as well as during lessons.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. BHASVIC will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor: cutting and assembling footage for film, TV, or online content.
Camera operator: filming for broadcast, commercial, or independent productions.
Production assistant: supporting shoots and managing logistics on set.
Social media video producer: creating short-form video content for brands.
Post-production technician: working on colour grading, sound, and visual effects.
Junior content producer: developing video projects for agencies or in-house teams.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production: a larger qualification that broadens your portfolio and strengthens applications to degree courses.
BA (Hons) Film Production or Media Production degree: the natural next step for careers in broadcast or independent film.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Creative Media Production: a shorter higher education route if you want to specialise sooner.
