Free BTEC Level 3 Digital Media Production Course in Oswestry. Classes run at North Shropshire College, full-time during the day over two years. You'll work across both the practical and theoretical sides of creative media, using professional DSLR cameras and an editing suite with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop. This level 3 BTEC digital media production qualification is worth up to 168 UCAS points, making it a strong route into university.
Who this course is for
Exploring both the practical and theoretical aspects of creative media, you will be using professional hardware and software, including our state-of-the-art DSLR cameras and brand new editing suite with all of the latest Adobe applications, including Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop. These resources will prepare you for the level of professional equipment and standards you will encounter in the media industry. This qualification is the equivalent of up to 168 UCAS Points.
Entry requirements
A minimum of five GSCEs at grade 4, including English and/or maths or successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification at merit grade and good progress with English and maths, including attendance at the GCSE exams if applicable.
What you will learn
You'll shoot and edit video using professional DSLR cameras and industry-standard software.
You'll use Adobe Premiere Pro to edit and produce video content.
You'll apply visual effects and motion graphics using After Effects.
You'll create and manipulate images using Photoshop.
You'll develop your understanding of the creative media industry and its professional standards.
You'll plan and produce media projects from concept through to final output.
You'll build a portfolio of work that reflects industry expectations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical project work and classroom-based study. Assessment is largely assignment-based, with units assessed through coursework, production tasks, and written reports. You'll work on briefs that reflect real media industry scenarios, using the college's professional equipment and software throughout. There are no written exams for most units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Shropshire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor: cut and produce content for TV, online, or corporate clients.
Social media content creator: produce video and visual content for brands.
Photographer: shoot stills for commercial, editorial, or event clients.
Broadcast technician: support production teams in TV or radio environments.
Graphic designer: create visual assets for print and digital media.
Junior motion graphics designer: produce animated content using After Effects.
Media production assistant: support shoots and post-production workflows.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Film and Television Production, Media Production, or a related creative subject at university. This qualification carries up to 168 UCAS points, so it meets the entry requirements for many degree courses.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Creative Media Production, if you prefer a more vocational higher education route.
Degree apprenticeship in Digital and Technology Solutions, combining work and study at degree level.
