Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Grace Academy Solihull, full-time during the day. This two-year level 3 btec media production course covers TV, film, radio, and publishing, giving you hands-on experience with industry software and hardware. You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, to get started. The course sits alongside other Level 3 qualifications and is designed to open doors to the creative industries or to media-related degrees.
Who this course is for
This course is for you if you have an interest in working in the media industry, perhaps in TV, film, radio or publishing and are thinking of going on to study media related subjects at university. An alternative to A level media, it's broad based, designed to give you an insight into the range of careers available and the opportunity to develop hands on practical skills with software and hardware currently in use in the industry. You can study it alongside other level 3 qualifications such as A levels or other BTEC's.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above including English.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills using industry-standard software and hardware.
You'll explore the range of careers available across TV, film, radio, and publishing.
You'll gain a technical introduction to creative digital media production.
You'll build knowledge of how media content is created and distributed across different platforms.
You'll develop project and production skills relevant to working in the creative industries.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Grace Academy Solihull, combining practical production work with taught content. Assessment for the Pearson BTEC National includes a mix of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed components. You'll complete assignments and projects that reflect real tasks in the media industry, alongside timed external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Grace Academy Solihull will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Media production assistant: supports shoots and productions across TV and film
Content creator: produces digital content for brands and online platforms
Radio production assistant: helps plan and deliver radio programmes
Junior video editor: edits footage for broadcast or online use
Digital marketing assistant: creates and manages digital media campaigns
Social media coordinator: manages content across social channels
Publishing assistant: supports editorial and production teams in print or digital publishing
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Media Production or Film and Television Production: a natural next step if you want to study at university. This BTEC is designed to support university applications for media-related degrees.
HNC/HND in Creative Media Production (Pearson): a higher-level vocational route if you prefer to stay in work-based or college study.
Level 3 NVQ or apprenticeship in a specific media discipline: useful if you move into employment and want a qualification tied to your role.
