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Free Level 2 Creative Media Course in Macclesfield

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Creative Media Course in Macclesfield. Classes run at Macclesfield College, full-time during the day.

The course runs over 35 weeks and covers two pathways: Creative Media Production or Games Design. You'll develop practical skills in areas such as video production, photography, animation, and digital media. You work in dedicated facilities, and tutors are active in the media industry. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above to join.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology.

Who this course is for

The media and gaming industries are one of the fastest growing industries worldwide. This qualification will provide a broad base of skills and knowledge within Creative Media and enable you to understand the career demands and opportunities available. Learners can study two pathways: Creative Media Production or Games Design. You will work in our dedicated facilities. All tutors are active within the Media industry and have a wealth of knowledge and experience to call upon providing you with the skills and knowledge to progress to higher level study or to start your chosen career.

Entry requirements

For this course, you will need to have achieved 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in video production and editing.
  • You'll explore photography and image-making techniques.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of animation and motion graphics.
  • You'll study digital media production processes and workflows.
  • You'll gain an understanding of the games design industry and its creative demands.
  • You'll use industry-standard equipment and software in dedicated media facilities.
  • You'll build a portfolio of creative work across your chosen pathway.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on projects in dedicated media facilities. Assessment is based on coursework and portfolio evidence rather than written exams. You'll work on briefs that reflect real industry tasks, covering your chosen pathway of Creative Media Production or Games Design. Tutors with active industry experience guide your work throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Macclesfield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for film, TV, or online content.
  • Photographer, shoots and edits images for commercial or creative clients.
  • Animator, creates motion graphics or character animation for digital media.
  • Media production assistant, supports shoots and productions on set or in studio.
  • Games designer, contributes to the creative development of digital games.
  • Social media content creator, produces video and visual content for brands.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production, a natural next step that deepens your specialism and opens doors to higher education.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Games Design, for those who want to focus on the games pathway at a higher level.
  • University of the Arts London Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, for learners considering a creative degree route.
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