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BTEC Level 1 Digital Media Course in Colchester

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration9 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free if you're on a low income. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact Colchester Institute for more info.

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About this course

BTEC Level 1 Digital Media Course in Colchester. Classes run at Adult Skills Centre Colchester, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. This level 1 BTEC digital media qualification covers media content creation, games design, and film and TV production. You'll also work on employability skills for the digital entertainment sector. The course runs over nine months. You'll use industry-standard equipment including Adobe Creative Suite, editing rooms, a green-screen TV studio, and professional camera and lighting kit.

Who this course is for

This qualification is suitable for students who have an interestin a introduction to Media content creation, games design, film and TV creation and employability skills in the digital entertainment sector.

Entry requirements

3 GCSEs (9-1), including English and Maths, or Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent, and an interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll create media content using professional tools and techniques.
  • You'll explore games design concepts and production methods.
  • You'll work on film and TV creation projects.
  • You'll develop employability skills for the digital entertainment sector.
  • You'll use Adobe Creative Suite and modelling software in dedicated editing rooms.
  • You'll work with camera, sound, and lighting equipment.
  • You'll improve your English and Maths skills alongside your media studies.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on projects in a well-equipped media suite. Teaching is classroom based, full-time over nine months. You'll attend group tutorials and one-to-one tutorials to support your progress. Enrichment activities include watching films, meeting guest lecturers from the industry, and visiting film and television studios. GCSE Maths and English resit classes may also be part of your timetable depending on your prior grades.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Adult Skills Centre Colchester will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Media content creator: producing digital content for online platforms
  • Junior video editor: editing footage using software such as Adobe Premiere
  • Games design assistant: supporting game development teams
  • Social media content producer: creating video and visual content
  • Production runner: entry-level role on film and TV sets
  • Digital media technician: supporting media equipment and production

What you could study next

After completing this level 1 BTEC digital media course, you could move on to a Level 2 qualification in Creative Media Production or a related subject. From there, a Level 3 BTEC in Creative Media Production is a common next step and can open routes into higher education or specialist roles in film, TV, games, or digital content. Some learners also progress to apprenticeships in the creative and digital sectors.

Apply on colchester.ac.uk →Check if you're eligible
Apply now →Check if you're eligible

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