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BTEC Level 3 Digital Film and Video Production Course in Peterborough for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Digital Film and Video Production Course in Peterborough. Classes run at Ormiston Bushfield Academy, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 btec digital film and video production course builds creative and technical skills that go well beyond the media sector. You'll develop branding, marketing, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills alongside hands-on production work. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4 to 9, including English. The course is government funded for learners on roll.

Who this course is for

The skills you will develop are not exclusively applicable to working within the media sector. The course develops a wide range of creative skills which increase the employability of students: branding and marketing, time-management, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, organising skills, teamwork skills, skills in presentation and leadership.

Entry requirements

5 GSCE Grade 9 to 4 including English

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in digital film and video production.
  • You'll learn how to plan, shoot, and edit video content.
  • You'll build branding and marketing skills relevant across many industries.
  • You'll practise time management and problem-solving on real production projects.
  • You'll develop teamwork, leadership, and interpersonal skills through collaborative work.
  • You'll gain experience presenting and pitching creative ideas.
  • You'll learn how to organise and manage production workflows.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions, practical production projects, and coursework assignments. Assessment is through a combination of internally assessed units and externally set tasks, as required by the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National specification. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years. There are no traditional written exams for all units, but some components include externally assessed tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ormiston Bushfield Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor: cutting and assembling footage for TV, online, or corporate clients.
  • Camera operator: filming for broadcast, events, or commercial productions.
  • Content creator: producing video content for brands and social media.
  • Media production assistant: supporting shoots and post-production in a studio or agency.
  • Marketing coordinator: using visual storytelling skills in a brand or marketing team.
  • Social media manager: creating and managing video-led content strategies.
  • Broadcast technician: operating equipment in TV or radio production environments.

What you could study next

A Level 3 Extended Certificate is a strong foundation for further study or work. You could progress to a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Media Production or Film and Television. A full degree in Film Production, Media Studies, or Creative Media is another option, and many universities recognise Pearson Edexcel BTEC qualifications for entry. You might also pursue specialist training in areas like post-production, sound design, or digital marketing.

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