Free BTEC Level 3 Creative Digital Media Production Course in Hillingdon – Rosedale College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Creative Digital Media Production Course in Hillingdon. Classes run at Rosedale College, full-time during the day over two years. This is a Pearson Edexcel BTEC qualification covering the creative and technical skills behind digital media production. You'll need a minimum of five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including grade 4 in GCSE English and grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics. The course suits those who have completed their GCSEs and want to build specialist knowledge in digital media.

Who this course is for

Pupils age 16 that have completed their GCSEs. Please see our full post 16 course prospectus from our website: https://www.therosedalehewensacademytrust.co.uk/

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSES grades 9-4, including a Grade 4 in GCSE English and a Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in digital media production techniques across different formats.
  • You'll learn how to plan, produce and evaluate creative media projects.
  • You'll explore the principles of visual communication and design.
  • You'll gain experience using industry-standard digital tools and software.
  • You'll study how media products are created for different audiences and platforms.
  • You'll develop your understanding of the creative industries and how they work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Rosedale College. Assessment is through coursework, practical projects, and assignments rather than traditional exams. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years, demonstrating your skills and creative development. Some units may include presentations or collaborative projects.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Rosedale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor: edit footage for online, broadcast, or corporate clients.
  • Graphic designer: create visual content for digital and print media.
  • Social media content creator: produce and manage content for brands.
  • Digital marketing assistant: support campaigns across digital channels.
  • Photographer or videographer: shoot and produce visual media professionally.
  • Web content producer: write and manage content for websites.
  • Media production assistant: support productions in TV, film, or online media.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production: a larger qualification that deepens your specialism and strengthens university applications.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Media Production: college-based higher education in media, typically at Level 4 or 5.
  • BA (Hons) in Film, Media, or Digital Media Production: a university degree for those wanting to work at a senior level in the creative industries.

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