Free BTEC Level 3 Digital Media Production Course in London. Classes run at Highlands School, full-time during the day, over two years. You'll need at least six GCSEs at grades 3 to 9, including grade 4 or above in English and Maths. This level 3 BTEC digital media production qualification covers the creative and technical skills behind digital media, from production planning to finished content. It's a Pearson Edexcel qualification, so the BTEC name carries weight with universities and employers in the media sector.
Who this course is for
Students looking to study media
Entry requirements
6 GCSE grade 9-3 with Grade 4 in English and Maths
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in video production, from planning and filming to editing.
You'll learn how to create digital content for different platforms and audiences.
You'll explore photography, graphic design, and visual storytelling techniques.
You'll study the principles of audio production and sound design.
You'll understand how media industries are structured and how they operate.
You'll build a portfolio of creative work to show future employers or universities.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Highlands School, combining practical production work with written assignments. Assessment is mainly through coursework and project-based units, which you build up over the two years. There are no traditional written exams for most units. Some units include externally assessed tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. Your work is assessed against set criteria, and you'll receive feedback throughout the course to help you develop.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Highlands School 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 visual content for brands.
Photographer. Work in commercial, editorial, or event photography.
Graphic designer. Create visual assets for digital and print media.
Media production assistant. Support shoots and productions on set.
Digital marketing assistant. Create and manage content for campaigns.
Junior broadcast technician. Work in TV or radio production environments.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Media Production or Film and Television. The BTEC National Extended Diploma meets entry requirements for many university degree courses in these subjects.
HNC or HND in Creative Media Production (Pearson). A shorter higher-education route if you want to specialise before committing to a full degree.
Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship in Content Creation or Digital Marketing. Earn while you develop specialist skills in a workplace setting.
