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Free Level 2 Creative Media Course in Stamford

CostFREE
Duration36 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 Stamford. Classes run at Stamford College, full-time during the day.

You'll explore animation, film and TV, sound, digital graphics, game art, and game design. The course runs over 36 weeks and covers both the creative and technical sides of media production. You'll work on real projects to understand how media products are made from start to finish.

You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English, maths, and an arts or design subject. You'll also bring a portfolio to interview. You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology.

Who this course is for

Build your knowledge and gain a range of creative and media production skills To kick-start your career in this exciting industry. You will develop a broad range of media skills and gain an understanding of the production processes involved in media products and experience creating them yourself. You will explore media concepts audiences and practical units including animation film and TV sound digital graphics game art and game design.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grades 3/D or above including English maths and either an arts or design based GCSE type qualification.   Once you have applied you will be requested To either submit a portfolio or will need to bring a port­fo­lio of work to an inter­view to demon­strate your artis­tic strengths.    We also run a 6 weeks to suc­cess pro­gramme that oper­ates from the first day you start your course. This i

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in animation and moving image production.
  • You'll explore film and TV production processes.
  • You'll work with sound recording and audio production.
  • You'll create digital graphics and visual content.
  • You'll learn the basics of game art and game design.
  • You'll gain an understanding of media audiences and concepts.
  • You'll experience the full production process for a range of media products.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on project work. Assessment is through a portfolio of practical work you build throughout the course. You'll complete units covering different areas of media production, applying your skills to real creative briefs. Stamford College runs a six-week programme at the start of the course to help you settle in and build your skills from day one.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring a portfolio of your creative or artistic work to your interview. Stamford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for TV, online, or commercial clients.
  • Animator, creates moving image content for film, games, or digital media.
  • Photographer, shoots and edits images for media or commercial use.
  • Graphic designer, produces visual content for print and digital platforms.
  • Junior media producer, supports production teams on film or TV projects.
  • Game designer, works on the creative and visual side of game development.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production, the next step for learners wanting to specialise further in film, animation, or digital media.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Photography, for those focusing on photographic practice and visual storytelling.
  • Foundation Degree in Media Production, for learners ready to move into higher education after Level 3 study.
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