Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Gloucester. Classes run at Churchdown School, full-time during the day over two years. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec media production qualification covers TV, film, radio, and publishing, giving you hands-on experience with industry software and hardware. You can study it alongside other Level 3 qualifications. Entry requires a GCSE point score above 4.0 in five or more subjects, including English.
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 is 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 BTECs.
Entry requirements
Students entering this Pathway will have a GCSE point score of above 4.0 in five or more subjects including English.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills using industry-standard software and hardware
You'll explore production techniques across TV, film, radio, and publishing
You'll gain an understanding of the range of careers available in the media industry
You'll build knowledge of creative digital media production processes
You'll work on projects that reflect current industry practice
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions combining practical, hands-on work with taught content. Assessment on this Pearson Edexcel BTEC is primarily through coursework and portfolio-based assignments rather than written exams. You'll build a body of work across the two years that demonstrates your skills and knowledge in creative digital media production.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Churchdown School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor: cutting and assembling footage for TV, film, or online
Radio producer: planning and producing audio content and broadcasts
Social media content creator: producing digital content for brands and organisations
Junior photographer or camera operator: capturing images and footage professionally
Publishing assistant: supporting editorial and production teams in print or digital
Media researcher: gathering content and information for productions
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Media Production or Film and Television Studies: a natural next step if you want to specialise further at university, and this BTEC is designed to support that route.
HND in Creative Media Production (Pearson): a two-year higher-level qualification if you prefer a vocational route after your BTEC.
Level 3 qualifications in related areas such as Graphic Design or Photography, if you want to broaden your creative skills before moving into higher education or work.
