Free BTEC Level 3 Media Production Course in Doncaster. Classes run at New College Doncaster, full-time during the day. This two-year course covers creative digital media production at Level 3, giving you the skills and knowledge to work in media and creative industries. You'll study through a mix of practical projects and coursework, building a body of work across the two years. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Creative Digital Media Production is well regarded by employers and universities, and opens routes into higher education or entry-level media roles.
You'll develop skills in digital media production, including video, photography, and audio.
You'll learn to plan and manage creative media projects from brief to final product.
You'll explore the media industry, including how it is structured and how content is commissioned.
You'll produce a portfolio of creative work across different media formats.
You'll develop your understanding of audience, purpose, and communication in media.
You'll use industry-standard tools and software for media production.
How you will learn
The BTEC format is largely coursework and project-based. You'll complete assignments and practical tasks that are assessed by your tutors. Work is built up over the two years into a portfolio. There are no traditional written exams for most units, though some components may include externally assessed tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. Classes are delivered in person at New College Doncaster during the day.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New College Doncaster will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor: editing footage for TV, online, or corporate clients
Media production assistant: supporting shoots, recordings, and post-production
Content creator: producing digital content for brands and organisations
Social media coordinator: managing video and visual content across platforms
Junior photographer or camera operator: working on shoots and productions
Marketing assistant: creating and editing media for campaigns
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Media Production or Film and Television Production: a degree that builds directly on this BTEC, available at many UK universities.
HNC or HND in Creative Media Production: a shorter higher education route, often one or two years, that develops specialist skills.
Level 3 A Level Media Studies: some learners combine or follow up with A Level study to broaden their academic profile for university applications.
