Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Harrow. Classes run at Rooks Heath School, full-time during the day, over 12 months. This 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 join. It's a broad-based btec media production qualification that sits alongside other Level 3 qualifications such as A Levels.
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 learn how media content is produced across different platforms and formats.
You'll build knowledge of creative and technical production processes.
You'll gain an understanding of the media industry and how it operates.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions combining practical project work with taught content. Assessment is through coursework and assignments rather than traditional exams, which is typical of BTEC qualifications. You'll complete units that develop both your creative and technical skills, working with the software and hardware used in the media industry.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rooks Heath School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor: editing footage for TV, online or corporate clients.
Media production assistant: supporting shoots and productions.
Radio producer: planning and putting together radio content.
Content creator: producing digital content for brands or platforms.
Junior camera operator: filming for TV, events or online video.
Social media coordinator: creating and scheduling visual content.
Publishing assistant: supporting editorial and production teams.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Media Production or Film and Television Studies: this btec media production qualification is designed with university progression in mind, and is recognised for entry to media-related degree courses.
HNC/HND in Creative Media Production: a higher-level vocational route if you want to develop specialist skills before moving into work.
A Levels: you can study this qualification alongside A Levels, and some learners add further A Levels to broaden their university options.
