Free BTEC Level 3 Digital Media Production Course in Hillingdon – Hewens 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 Digital Media Production Course in Hillingdon. Classes run full-time at Hewens College, five days a week during the day. To join, you'll need at least five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including a grade 4 in both English and Maths. Over two years, you'll develop skills in creative digital media production, covering the technical and creative knowledge that employers and universities look for. This level 3 BTEC digital media production qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel.

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 video production, including filming and editing footage.
  • You'll learn how to plan and produce digital media content for different audiences.
  • You'll explore graphic design and visual communication techniques.
  • You'll study audio production and sound design for media projects.
  • You'll understand how digital media is used in industry and commercial contexts.
  • You'll build a portfolio of creative work to show employers and universities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching, practical projects, and independent creative work. Assessment is mainly through coursework and assignments rather than exams. Each unit is assessed separately, and your work is internally marked and externally verified by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete projects that reflect real creative briefs, building a body of work across the two years.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor: edit footage for TV, online, or corporate clients
  • Social media content creator: produce video and graphic content for brands
  • Graphic designer: create visual assets for digital and print campaigns
  • Digital marketing assistant: support campaigns using media and content skills
  • Junior photographer or videographer: shoot and produce visual content
  • Media production assistant: support shoots and productions in TV or film
  • Web content producer: create and manage digital content for websites

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Film and Media Production or Digital Media: a degree-level route for those wanting to specialise further. Your Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma is widely accepted for university entry.
  • HNC or HND in Creative Media Production (Level 4 or 5): a shorter higher-education route if you want to move into work sooner.
  • Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship in Digital Marketing or Content Production: combines work experience with formal training.