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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start4 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 Sheffield. Classes run at Eckington Sixth Form, full-time during the day. You'll develop technical skills in single and multi-camera techniques, sound recording, and film editing. The course runs over 24 months. Ideally, you'll have five GCSEs including English and Maths before you start. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Digital Film and Video Production is a recognised level 3 btec digital film and video production qualification that can lead to higher education, degree apprenticeships, or employment in the screen industries.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed to provide a technical introduction to digital film and video production. Learners develop skills in areas such as single and multi-camera techniques, sound recording and film editing.

This qualification is for post-16 learners who are looking to progress to higher or degree apprenticeships, employment or to further education and training.

Entry requirements

Ideally 5 GCSE’s including English and Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in single-camera filming techniques.
  • You'll practise multi-camera production methods.
  • You'll learn sound recording for film and video.
  • You'll edit footage using industry-standard tools.
  • You'll understand the production process from planning through to final output.
  • You'll build a portfolio of practical film and video work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on practical projects at Eckington Sixth Form. Assessment is through a combination of coursework assignments and externally assessed units set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll produce evidence of your practical skills alongside written work. There are no traditional written exams for all units, but some units include a set task completed under supervised conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Eckington Sixth Form 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 film.
  • Camera operator: filming for broadcast, corporate, or social media content.
  • Production assistant: supporting shoots and post-production teams.
  • Content creator: producing video content for brands and digital platforms.
  • Sound technician: recording and mixing audio on film and video productions.
  • Junior filmmaker: working on short films, documentaries, or commercials.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Film Production or Media Production: a degree that builds on your BTEC and takes your skills to professional level. Many universities accept the BTEC National Extended Certificate as part of their entry requirements.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media: earn while you learn at degree level, combining work in the industry with structured study.
  • HNC or HND in Creative Media Production: a shorter higher education route if you want to specialise before committing to a full degree.
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