Free Level 2 Creative Media Production and Technology Course in Wolverhampton – City of Wolverhampton College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

About this course

Free Level 2 Creative Media Production and Technology Course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at City of Wolverhampton College, full-time during the day. This one-year course focuses on games design and development. You'll learn how to create game concepts, produce digital artwork, and build a 2D game that runs on PC and mobile. The course covers key elements of games development and gives you real insight into the industry. To start, you'll need four or more GCSEs at grade D/3 or above and will attend an interview.

Who this course is for

Want to work in the TV, Film or Media industry? We have the course to help you on the first steps to your media career. Our UAL Level 2 Award and Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology course will teach you the practical skills and media knowledge that will allow you to ultimately thrive in the media industries and be highly employable in the modern media workplace.

The media industry today is changing at rates faster than ever before and our UAL Level 2 Award and Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology focuses on ensuring you are prepared for the industry that requires multi-talented people by training you in a range of media disciplines. This is a practical, work-related course which provides a detailed introduction to the world of creative media. Units are taught by using project briefs designed to give you experience of working in a professional environment, with a focus on real employability skills in the sector. You will learn about the creative media sector, job roles in the industry and develop your skills for success.

Entry requirements

To access this course you are required to:

Have four or more GCSEs at Grade D/3 or above Attend an interview and provide examples of your work to demonstrate your suitability for the course.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop game concepts from initial idea through to design
  • You'll create digital artwork associated with game production
  • You'll build a 2D game capable of running on PC and mobile platforms
  • You'll gain knowledge of the games development process and industry
  • You'll explore the creative and technical skills used in games design

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom setting full-time over one year. Learning is hands-on, combining design work, digital production, and project-based tasks. You'll be assessed through a portfolio of work that demonstrates your game concepts, artwork, and completed 2D game. An interview and examples of your work are required before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. City of Wolverhampton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Games designer, creating concepts and mechanics for digital games
  • Junior game developer, building and testing 2D or mobile games
  • Digital artist, producing artwork and assets for games or media
  • Media production assistant, supporting creative projects across digital platforms
  • Multimedia content creator, making visual content for online channels

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology (Games Design): the natural next step, going deeper into games development and preparing you for higher education or industry roles.
  • UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production: broadens your skills across film, animation, and interactive media.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) or degree in Game Design or Computer Games Development: for those aiming toward a professional career in the games industry.

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