Free Level 2 Creative Media Production and Technology Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus, full-time during the day. This creative media production and technology qualification is studied over one year. You'll explore the production and technology skills that sit behind creative media work, from planning and making content to understanding the tools and processes used across the industry. The course is assessed through practical and written work.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in producing creative media content.
You'll learn how to plan and organise media production projects.
You'll explore the technology and tools used in creative media industries.
You'll understand the processes behind different types of media output.
You'll build skills in reviewing and evaluating your own creative work.
You'll gain an understanding of professional standards in media production.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hillsborough Campus, combining practical production work with taught content. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than formal exams. You'll produce and present creative media work as part of your assessment. The centre will confirm the full assessment breakdown before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Media production assistant, supporting shoots and content creation
Junior video editor, editing footage for digital platforms
Content creator, producing media for social or online channels
Studio assistant, supporting production teams in creative environments
Junior photographer, working across commercial or editorial projects
Digital media technician, maintaining equipment and supporting productions
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production, a natural next step that goes deeper into specialist media skills and prepares you for higher education or industry roles.
A University of the Arts London Foundation or degree-level programme in media, film, or creative arts, building on the UAL framework you've already studied within.
An Apprenticeship in content creation or digital marketing, combining paid work with structured training.
