Free BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Course in Boston. Classes run at Boston College, full-time during the day. You'll work in industry-standard editing suites and studios, covering film production, graphic design, photography, and advertising campaigns. The course runs for nine months. To enrol, you'll need five GCSEs at grade 1 or above (or equivalent), plus a portfolio of work. If you don't have a portfolio ready, Boston College may set you a task to complete within two weeks.
Who this course is for
If you are passionate about film, animation, graphic design, or photography and enjoy working in a creative and exciting environment, then the Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Skills is the perfect course for you. You will work within our industry standard creative editing suites and studios to gain experience in many different areas of Media. You will learn how to produce creative films, graphic products, and advertising campaigns, as well as developing your photography skills and learning about different Media products and audiences. This qualification will allow you to progress to a Level 3 course upon completion, grades depending.
Entry requirements
Five GCSEs at grades 1 or above (Old GCSE grade G or above) or equivalent, a portfolio of work or a Level 1 qualification and a portfolio of work will be required when you are invited in for a review. If you do not have a portfolio of work to bring to the interview, you may be set a task to complete within 2 weeks as a condition to enrolment. If you do not meet the entry requirements, the Level 1 Exploring the Creative Arts Extended Certificate could be for you.
What you will learn
You'll produce short films and video content using professional editing software.
You'll create graphic design products and advertising campaigns.
You'll develop your photography skills, from shooting to post-production.
You'll work with animation techniques and moving image.
You'll use industry-standard studio and editing suite equipment.
You'll plan and manage your own creative projects from brief to final product.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, studio-based work in Boston College's creative editing suites and studios. Assessment is coursework-based. You'll build a portfolio of completed projects across film, graphic design, photography, and advertising. There are no written exams. Your work is assessed against set briefs throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Boston College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor: edit footage for social media, TV, or online platforms.
Graphic designer: create visual content for brands and campaigns.
Photographer: shoot and edit images for commercial or editorial clients.
Social media content creator: produce photo and video for brand channels.
Junior animator: work on motion graphics or animated content.
Marketing assistant: support campaigns with creative assets.
Production runner: entry-level role on film or TV sets.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production: the next step for those wanting to specialise further and move toward higher education or industry roles.
Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Graphic Design: focuses on visual communication and design for learners drawn to that specialism.
Foundation Degree or HNC in Media Production: for those looking to move into higher education after Level 3 study.
