Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Wirral. Classes run at St Mary's Catholic College, full-time over two years. This level 3 BTEC media production course covers the creative digital media industry, from analysing media representations to pitching and producing your own media projects. You'll build a strong foundation for moving into higher education or work in the media sector. The course is assessed through tasks and assignments rather than exams.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 Btec National Extended Certificate in Creative Media Production provides a coherent introduction to the study of creative digital media world. Students develop an understanding of the media industry through analysing media representations and pitching and producing media projects. It is designed for post- 16 learners who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the media industries. The course is built around a series of tasks and assignments that enables students to develop a portfolio of skills including technical skills, audio-visual skills, presentation skills, communication skills and team work.
What you will learn
You'll analyse how media represents people, places, and ideas
You'll develop and pitch original media project ideas
You'll plan and produce media projects from brief to finished piece
You'll build knowledge of how the media industry works
You'll develop skills in creative digital media production
You'll work to professional standards through assignment-based tasks
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at St Mary's Catholic College. Assessment is through a series of tasks and assignments rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years, responding to set briefs and producing media projects that demonstrate your skills and understanding.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Mary's Catholic College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Media assistant: support production teams on creative projects
Junior content producer: create video, audio, or digital content
Social media coordinator: manage content across digital platforms
Production runner: entry-level role on film or TV sets
Digital marketing assistant: produce creative assets for campaigns
Broadcast technician: support live or recorded media production
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Media Production or Film and Television Production: a natural next step if you want to specialise at degree level. This BTEC is designed to support university applications.
HNC/HND in Creative Media Production (Pearson): a shorter higher education route with a strong vocational focus.
Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production: broadens your qualification if you want more depth before moving into work or further study.
