BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Wolverhampton for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Heath Park School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Wolverhampton.

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at Heath Park School, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 btec media production course covers creative digital media production, giving you practical and technical skills across the sector. You'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 4 or above to apply. The course suits those who want to move into media, film, or digital content work after completing their studies.

Who this course is for

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Entry requirements

4 GCSE minimum grade 4

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in planning and producing digital media content.
  • You'll learn how to use industry-standard tools and software for media production.
  • You'll explore the creative and technical processes behind film, video, and digital media.
  • You'll study how media products are designed for different audiences and platforms.
  • You'll practise pre-production, production, and post-production techniques.
  • You'll build a portfolio of media work to demonstrate your skills.

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 Heath Park School combines practical project work with underpinning knowledge. You'll complete assignments that reflect real media production processes, and some units are assessed by Pearson Edexcel through timed tasks or set briefs.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Heath Park School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor: cutting and assembling footage for broadcast or online
  • Social media content creator: producing video and digital content for brands
  • Junior camera operator: filming for TV, events, or online productions
  • Media production assistant: supporting shoots and post-production teams
  • Digital marketing assistant: creating visual content for campaigns
  • Broadcast technician: operating equipment in TV or radio studios

What you could study next

  • BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Creative Media Production (Level 4): a natural next step into higher-level media study, often available at further education colleges.
  • BA (Hons) in Film Production, Media Studies, or Digital Media: a degree route for those wanting to specialise further. Your BTEC National Extended Certificate meets typical entry requirements for many university courses in this area.
  • Level 3 apprenticeship in Content Production: an alternative route combining work and study.

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