Free Level 2 Creative Media Course in Benfleet

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start10 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

About this course

Free Level 2 Creative Media Course in Benfleet. Classes run at USP College Seevic Campus, full-time during the day. The course is funded for 16 to 18 year olds.

This creative media qualification covers moving image, audio production, games design, graphic design, and research and pitching. You'll explore screenwriting, directing, cinematography, and editing. The course runs over one year and includes a personal final project.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology.

Who this course is for

The University of Arts London (UAL awarding body) TV & Film production course Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production (one year course) is designed to introduce you to the substantial number of job roles the industry employs. Look at the end titles of your favourite film or TV programme and there you will see opportunities to investigate a career that will inspire and engage you.

This course guides you to discover the 'How to' for many roles from screenwriting, producing, directing, cinematography, editing, to a starter role of a GoFa (go for this - go for that) also known as a Runner - from where many well established professionals began their careers.

USP College is in a perfect location for the highest number of the industries jobs that are concentrated in London.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English Language and Maths. At least one GCSE needs to be at grade 4 or above. Grade 3 or above in an Art & Design or Creative Media subject is preferred. If you haven’t taken a GCSE in Art & Design or a Creative Media subject, you can still show a portfolio of work that shows your passion, ability and commitment to this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore moving image production, from screenwriting and directing to cinematography and editing.
  • You'll develop skills in audio production and technology.
  • You'll work on games design and interactive media projects.
  • You'll practise graphic design for media contexts.
  • You'll learn how to research, plan, and pitch creative ideas to an audience.
  • You'll complete a personal final project and presentation in creative media production.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical studio and classroom sessions. The course is assessed through coursework, projects, and a final personal project with a presentation. Units cover moving image, audio, interactive media, graphic design, and contextual research. Assessment is portfolio-based, building evidence of your skills across each unit throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. USP College Seevic Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. If you don't have a GCSE in Art and Design or a creative media subject, you can bring a portfolio of work to show your commitment and ability.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, cuts and assembles footage for film, TV, or online content.
  • Photographer, shoots and edits images for media and commercial clients.
  • Animator, creates moving visuals for games, TV, or digital platforms.
  • Runner or production assistant, supports film and TV crews on set.
  • Graphic designer, produces visual content for media and marketing.
  • Junior content creator, makes video and audio content for digital channels.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production, the next step for learners who want to specialise further in film, TV, or digital media.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Graphic Design, for those drawn to the visual design side of the industry.
  • A UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, which many universities accept as an entry route to creative degree programmes.

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