Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Oldham. Classes run at North Chadderton School, full-time over two years. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec media production course combines study of the media industry with hands-on practical work. You'll develop transferable skills in communication, teamwork, research, and analysis alongside technical production skills. To join, you'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths. No prior media experience is required.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 BTEC Extended Certificate in Creative Digital Media is a qualification which combines wider study of the media and its relevance and importance in the modern world with a hands on, vocational element. BTEC qualifications provide learning that brings together knowledge and understanding with practical and technical skills. The units covered in this qualification encourage the development in key transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are crucial in both higher education and the world of work. The creative and media sector in the UK is a major employer and contributor to the country?s global exports. According to the Department for Culture Media and Sport?s website, the sector is worth ?84.1 billion to the UK?s economy and it employs almost 6% of the total workforce. It is a growth area, in 2014 the sector grew by 8.9%, almost twice the growth of the economy as a whole. Government figures point to British films, music, video games, crafts and publishing as major contributors to economic growth.The aim of this course of study is to provide an introduction to study of creative digital media production as part of a programme of study that includes other BTEC or A level courses. However, for students who may wish to pursue a course of higher education and employment within the creative and media sector, the course is designed as a step towards these goals and offers the chance for progression towards them. The course consists of three mandatory units, media representations which is an examined unit and responding to a media commission and a preproduction planning assignment which are research and coursework assignments. Additionally, a further practical piece of coursework is completed and it is anticipated that the options will be for magazine publishing, fictional film production and fictional radio production.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 9 - 4, two of which must be English Language and Maths. The BTEC Creative Digital Media course welcomes students who are new to the subject.
What you will learn
You'll explore how media works and its role in the modern world.
You'll develop practical skills in creative digital media production.
You'll build research and analysis skills applied to media contexts.
You'll practise teamwork and communication through project-based work.
You'll learn to plan, produce, and evaluate media content.
You'll gain technical skills in digital tools and production techniques.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and practical, project-based assignments. Assessment is coursework-based, with units assessed through assignments that you complete and submit over the two years. Some units may include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Your work is marked against set criteria, so you build evidence of your skills throughout the course rather than sitting a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Chadderton School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor: editing footage for online, broadcast, or corporate clients.
Social media content creator: producing video and digital content for brands.
Junior photographer: shooting and editing images for clients or publications.
Media production assistant: supporting shoots and productions on set.
Graphic designer: creating visual content for digital and print media.
Marketing assistant: producing content as part of a marketing team.
What you could study next
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Creative Media Production (Level 4): a natural next step if you want to specialise further in media production at higher education level.
BA (Hons) in Media Production, Film, or Digital Media: a university degree for those looking to move into professional media roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production: if you want a broader qualification before moving into higher education or employment.
