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BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Birmingham for 16 to 18 Year Olds – John Henry Newman Catholic College

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Manufacturing Courses in Birmingham.

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Birmingham. Classes run at John Henry Newman Catholic College, full-time over two years. You'll develop a working understanding of the media industry, including how media representations are constructed, and how to pitch and produce your own media products. The course is designed for post-16 learners planning to progress to higher education or employment in the media industries, and sits alongside other BTEC qualifications or A Levels as part of a broader programme of study. A GCSE grade 4 or above in English is desirable.

Who this course is for

Learners develop an understanding of the media industry through analysing media representations and pitching and producing media products.

It is designed for post-16 learners who aim to progress to Higher Education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the Media Industries as part of a programme of study alongside other BTEC qualifications or A Levels.

Entry requirements

A GCSE grade 4 or above in English is desirable. A wider interest in the media industry, and a willingness to research and produce work independently would be a significant advantage.

What you will learn

  • You'll analyse how media representations are constructed across different formats and platforms.
  • You'll research and develop ideas for original media products.
  • You'll pitch media concepts to an audience, as you would in a professional setting.
  • You'll plan, produce, and evaluate your own media products.
  • You'll build an understanding of how the media industry operates.
  • You'll develop the independent research and production skills expected in higher education and media work.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based, full-time during the day. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed tasks set by Pearson. Assignments are based on realistic briefs and require you to research, plan, produce, and evaluate media work. There are no traditional written exams for all units, but some units include an externally set assessment completed under supervised conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. John Henry Newman Catholic College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Media production assistant. Support shoots, edits, and production schedules.
  • Junior video editor. Edit footage for digital, broadcast, or social media.
  • Content creator. Produce video, audio, or written content for brands or platforms.
  • Social media coordinator. Manage content and campaigns across social channels.
  • Junior photographer or camera operator. Capture images or footage for media projects.
  • Broadcast or podcast production runner. Entry-level role in radio, TV, or podcast studios.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Media Production or Film and Television Production. The natural next step if you want to specialise further at university. Many universities accept BTEC qualifications for entry.
  • BA (Hons) in Journalism or Digital Media. Broadens your options into news, features, and digital content.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Creative Media Production. A shorter higher education route if you want to move into work sooner.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production. If you want to study media full-time at a higher volume before university.
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