Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Camberley. Classes run at Collingwood College, full-time during the day over two years. You'll need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above to apply, and a grade 4 in English Language gives you a stronger chance of success on this course. The course covers the full creative digital media landscape, building both practical production skills and research skills across seven units. You'll build a detailed portfolio covering every stage of production, from planning and risk assessments through to finished work.
Who this course is for
This BTEC qualification is a practical course with written aspects to solidify learning. It is split into 7 key units studies over 2 years. The course is designed to introduce students to the Creative Media landscape and teach both practical and research based skills that will prepare learners for either a career in Media or further education in the field. Students will produce detailed portfolios of work that will cover all aspects of production, from planning meetings to risk assessments and editing preparation. The course is hands on and will encourage students to be creative and innovative when creating Media products. The department boasts a dedicated studio space and a full time technician. Students have full use of a collection of semi-professional camcorders and SLR cameras. They also benefit from being able to work in a dedicated editing suite running the Adobe Creative Suite.
Entry requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 (or equivalent). Experience shows that your chances of success are greater in this subject if you have a level 4 in English Language.
What you will learn
You'll explore the creative digital media landscape and how the industry works.
You'll develop practical production skills across different media formats.
You'll carry out research and apply it to your production work.
You'll plan productions, including scheduling, meetings, and risk assessments.
You'll build a portfolio of work covering all stages of the production process.
You'll develop written skills to support and document your practical projects.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical project work and written tasks in the classroom. Assessment is portfolio-based, with your work building across all seven units over the two years. Written assignments support and consolidate what you produce practically. There are no formal written exams for all units, though some units include set assignments with deadlines set by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Collingwood College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video producer, creating content for brands, agencies, or broadcasters
Social media content creator, producing video and digital media
Junior camera operator or videographer on productions
Media assistant at a production company or broadcaster
Digital marketing assistant, creating visual and video content
Junior editor, working on video or audio post-production
What you could study next
HNC or HND in Media Production, a two-year higher-level course that goes deeper into specialist production skills and is widely accepted by employers in the sector.
BA (Hons) in Film, Media, or Creative Digital Media at university, building on your BTEC National for a full degree.
Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media, combining paid work with structured training.
