BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Course in Grimsby – Grimsby Institute

CostFREE
Duration298 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Course in Grimsby. Classes run at Grimsby Institute, full-time during the day. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. Contact the college to confirm. This level 2 btec creative media qualification covers the core skills and knowledge behind creative media production, from planning and creating content to understanding how the media industry works. You'll study full-time over approximately 10 months.

Who this course is for

School leavers

Entry requirements

https://grimsby.ac.uk/courses/digital-and-creative-industries/

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in planning and producing creative media content.
  • You'll explore different media formats, including digital, print, and moving image.
  • You'll learn how the creative media industry is structured and how it operates.
  • You'll practise using industry-standard tools and techniques for media production.
  • You'll build skills in researching and developing creative ideas.
  • You'll learn how to present and evaluate your own creative work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Grimsby Institute, combining practical production work with taught content. Assessment is through a portfolio of work and assignments rather than written exams. You'll complete projects that demonstrate your skills across different areas of creative media, building a body of evidence throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Media production assistant. Support content creation across TV, radio, or online.
  • Social media content creator. Produce and manage content for brands or organisations.
  • Graphic design assistant. Create visual assets for print and digital media.
  • Video editor. Edit footage for online, broadcast, or corporate clients.
  • Digital marketing assistant. Support campaigns using creative media skills.
  • Photography assistant. Work alongside photographers in commercial or editorial settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production. The natural next step if you want to go deeper into media and keep your options open for university or higher-level work.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Graphic Design or Digital Media. Useful if you want to specialise in a specific creative area.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Creative Media. A Level 4 qualification for those looking to move into higher education or more senior creative roles.

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