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BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Course in Leicester

CostAnnual Tuition Fee: GBP1080.00. Material Fee: GBP55.00. Resident Fee: GBP25.00. Additional costs may apply and concessions may be available. Please click on GO TO COURSE or call 0116 224 2240 or email [email protected] for more information.
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Course in Leicester. Classes run at Leicester College St. Margaret's Campus, full-time during the day. This level 2 btec creative media course covers film, photography, digital editing, digital design, and a creative project. The course runs for one year. You'll also complete a work experience placement and an employability programme. There is a strong emphasis on research, development, and evaluation throughout. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC creative media qualification is equivalent to four GCSEs at grade 4 or above.

Who this course is for

This course is aimed at those who enjoy creative subjects and wish to start a career in Media, Photography, Journalism or Film, and want to gain a qualification equivalent to four GCSEs grade 4 or above.

Our established Digital Media Department offers this course aimed at those who are interested in Photography and Media. It is a practical course and requires creative talent and a committed attitude. There is a strong emphasis on research, development, and evaluation. The course is a one-year full-time programme that leads to entry onto our range of level 3 Creative Media, TV and Film or Photography qualifications.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in film production and photography.
  • You'll use digital editing software to create and refine media content.
  • You'll apply digital design software to produce creative work.
  • You'll research, develop, and evaluate your creative projects.
  • You'll produce a proposal and practical response to a set creative brief.
  • You'll build personal development and employability skills.
  • You'll complete a work experience placement in a relevant industry setting.

How you will learn

Learning is practical and classroom based. You'll work through four units covering skills development, a creative media project, and personal development. The first two terms focus on investigation, communication, practical skills, and production. In the final term you complete an extended creative project, applying everything you've learned to respond to a set brief. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leicester College St. Margaret's Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Photographer: assistant or junior roles in commercial or editorial photography.
  • Video editor: entry-level editing for production companies or agencies.
  • Digital content creator: producing images and video for social media or brands.
  • Journalism assistant: supporting editorial teams in print or online media.
  • Graphic design assistant: supporting designers on digital projects.
  • Media production runner: entry-level role on film or TV sets.

What you could study next

This course is designed to lead directly onto Level 3 study. Options at the same campus include Level 3 qualifications in Creative Media, TV and Film, and Photography. A Level 3 Diploma opens routes into higher education, including foundation degrees and BA programmes in media, film, or photography. If you're resitting GCSE English and Maths alongside this course, completing both strengthens your options further.

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