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Free Level 2 Creative Media Course in Stoke-on-Trent

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 Stoke-on-Trent. Classes run at Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers creative media production and technology across 35 weeks. You'll develop practical skills in areas such as video editing, photography, animation, and digital media production. You'll need four GCSEs at grade D or above, or a relevant Level 1 qualification. There's a pre-induction interview to make sure the level is right for you.

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

Who this course is for

This course provides you with high quality, industry recognised qualifications that help you to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to work as a professional in the IT sector. The programme begins with an introduction to using IT tools to communicate and exchange information safely, securely and effectively and looking at the available professional IT job roles. You will then have the opportunity to develop specialist understanding and skills in installing and maintaining computer systems or

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs grade D or above. BTEC Introductory Certificate or Diploma, appropriate NVQ Level 1, or another relevant Level 1 or Foundation qualification. You will have a pre-induction interview/assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in video production and editing.
  • You'll learn photography techniques and digital image editing.
  • You'll explore animation and motion graphics.
  • You'll create digital media content for different audiences.
  • You'll use industry-standard software and tools.
  • You'll understand how media is produced and distributed professionally.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on projects in the classroom. Assessment is based on coursework and a portfolio of creative work you build throughout the course. There are no written exams. You'll complete assignments that reflect real media production tasks, giving you work to show future employers.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stoke-on-Trent College Cauldon Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for TV, online, or corporate clients.
  • Photographer, shoots and edits images for media, events, or advertising.
  • Animator, creates motion graphics and animated content.
  • Media production assistant, supports shoots and productions on set.
  • Digital content creator, produces video and photo content for social media.
  • Multimedia designer, creates visual content across digital platforms.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production, the next step for learners wanting to specialise further or move toward higher education.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Photography, for those focusing on a photography career.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Creative Media Production, a higher-level route into the media industry or university.
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