BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Surbiton for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 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 Kingston upon Thames.

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Surbiton. Classes run at The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre, full-time over two years. This level 3 btec media production course covers the creative and technical skills behind digital media production, from planning and production to editing and presentation. You'll need a grade 4 in Media and a grade 4 in English Language to apply. Contact the centre to confirm current entry requirements before you apply.

Who this course is for

Contact provider for more information as this may not be up to date course information

Entry requirements

Grade 4 in Media and 4 in English Language

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in planning and producing digital media content.
  • You'll learn how to use industry-standard editing and production tools.
  • You'll explore the creative and technical processes behind media campaigns.
  • You'll study how audiences are targeted and how media products are designed for them.
  • You'll build a portfolio of practical media work across the course.
  • You'll understand the professional and ethical context of media production.

How you will learn

The BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally set tasks. Classroom-based learning at The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre combines practical production work with written analysis. Assignments are completed over time and submitted for marking, so there is no single final exam. Some units include externally assessed tasks set and marked by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor: cut and assemble footage for TV, online, or film
  • Social media content creator: produce video and digital content for brands
  • Junior photographer or videographer: shoot and edit for clients or agencies
  • Media production assistant: support shoots and productions on set
  • Digital marketing assistant: create and manage multimedia campaigns
  • Broadcast production runner: entry-level role in TV or radio production

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 at higher education level.
  • BA (Hons) in Film, Media, or Digital Media Production: many universities accept the BTEC National Extended Certificate as part of an entry offer.
  • Level 3 apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media: combines work and study if you want to earn while you learn.

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