Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Westcliff-on-Sea. Classes run at Chase High School Sixth Form, full-time over two years. You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English. This level 3 BTEC media production qualification covers TV, film, radio and publishing, with hands-on work using industry software and hardware. It sits alongside other Level 3 qualifications and is designed to open routes into creative industry careers or university study in media-related subjects.
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 software and hardware used in the media industry.
You'll explore production techniques across TV, film, radio and publishing.
You'll build knowledge of the range of careers available in the creative industries.
You'll plan and create digital media content as part of assessed projects.
You'll study the technical and creative processes behind media production.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions combining practical project work with taught content. Assessment is a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally set assessments. Your work across units contributes to your final grade. The course follows the Pearson BTEC National specification, with 360 guided learning hours and a total qualification time of 480 hours over the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chase High School Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Media production assistant: supporting shoots, edits and broadcasts
Junior video editor: cutting and assembling footage for digital content
Content creator: producing video, audio or written media for brands
Social media coordinator: managing and producing content across platforms
Radio production assistant: supporting programme planning and broadcast
Junior photographer or videographer: capturing and editing visual content
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Media Production or Film and Television Studies: this qualification is designed to support university applications in media-related subjects.
HNC/HND in Creative Media Production: a higher-level vocational route if you want to specialise further before or instead of a full degree.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Digital Media Production: a larger qualification if you want a broader portfolio before entering the industry.
