Level 2 Creative Digital Media Course in Manchester. Classes run at Access Creative College Manchester, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. Tuition is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. You'll build skills across graphic design, illustration, digital photography, video production, and written content. The course builds toward a final major project where you develop assets for a digital media application. Entry requires three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English.
Who this course is for
This course is perfect if you are looking for an introduction to digital media skills. You will create a wide portfolio, from graphic design and illustration, through digital photography and video production, to written content. You
will work towards a final major project where you will develop assets for a digital media application.
Entry requirements
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature).
What you will learn
You'll create graphic design and illustration work for a professional portfolio.
You'll develop digital photography skills and produce photographic content.
You'll plan and produce video content from brief to finished piece.
You'll write digital content for media applications.
You'll build a wide portfolio of creative digital media work across multiple disciplines.
You'll develop and produce assets for a digital media application as a final major project.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on studio sessions in the classroom. Assessment is portfolio-based. You'll gather evidence of your work across graphic design, photography, video, and written content throughout the course. The final major project is a key assessed piece, where you bring together skills from across the programme to produce a complete set of digital media assets.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Access Creative College Manchester will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer: create visual content for brands and campaigns.
Video producer: shoot and edit video for digital platforms.
Digital content creator: produce written and visual content online.
Social media coordinator: manage content across social channels.
Photography assistant: support shoots for commercial or editorial clients.
Junior web designer: build and design pages for websites.
Digital marketing assistant: support campaigns using creative digital assets.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Digital Media: a natural next step that goes deeper into specialist areas and prepares you for higher education or industry roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Graphic Design: focuses on visual communication and design practice.
Level 3 Diploma in Film and Television: specialises in screen production skills.
A foundation degree or HND in Digital Media or Creative Arts: for those looking to move into higher education after Level 3.
