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Free Level 2 Creative Media Course in Lichfield

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Creative Media Course in Lichfield. Classes run at South Staffordshire College Lichfield Campus, full-time during the day.

The course focuses on game production. You'll explore three core areas: game engine work, audio production, and video production. That includes creating game worlds, designing characters, and producing sound. The course runs for 35 weeks.

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

Who this course is for

If you have an interest in the production of computers games, then this course is for you. This course will give you an introduction into the three main areas of expertise you will need to succeed in a variety of roles within the gaming industry. The three main areas you will study involve - game engine interaction, audio production and programming, video production and research. Therefore, you will be involved in creating gaming worlds, scene creation, character creation, audio production opportunities and video production opportunities. You may also be involved in gaming competitions and mini esports events.

Entry requirements

For the Level 2 Diploma you will need 4 GCSE�s at a grade 3 or above, including maths and English.

What you will learn

  • You'll create game worlds and scenes using a game engine.
  • You'll design and build characters for games.
  • You'll produce audio for interactive media.
  • You'll write basic programming for game interaction.
  • You'll shoot and edit video content.
  • You'll carry out research to support your production work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on projects in the classroom. Work is assessed through a portfolio of creative work you build over the course. Units cover game engine interaction, audio production, programming, and video production. You'll complete set briefs and submit finished projects for each area.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Staffordshire College Lichfield Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for games, film, or online content.
  • Animator, creates characters and motion graphics for games or media.
  • Photographer, shoots images for digital and print media.
  • Games tester, checks games for bugs and playability.
  • Junior game designer, supports the design and build of game levels.
  • Media production assistant, helps produce video and audio content.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production, a natural next step for a deeper creative media qualification.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Games Design, for those focused on the games industry.
  • A university degree in game design, animation, or film production, building on your Level 2 creative media course.
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