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Free Level 2 Creative Media Production and Technology Course in Barnsley

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

Free Level 2 Creative Media Production & Technology Course in Barnsley. Classes run at Barnsley College. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths, plus a portfolio or practical media experience and a successful interview and workshop. The course runs full-time over one year, covering film and television production, radio, journalism, and games content. You'll plan productions and get hands-on with high-spec equipment. This level 2 creative media production & technology qualification is awarded by University of the Arts London.

Who this course is for

The Creative Industries sector is an exciting place to be. New emerging technology helps the industry to produce media on a worldwide platform from the Harry Potter films to Grand Theft Auto games, media is the most exciting and fastest growing sector in the UK.

This course is for you if you like films, television, journalism and games and like to get hands on making creative content. You’ll develop new skills planning radio shows and film productions and then get hands on using high spec equipment to film and edit products.

You’ll learn about creative and digital marketing including branding, advertising and social media and learn the importance of narrative and storytelling. You’ll develop your digital design and production skills, using industry standard software packages including the full Adobe Creative Suite.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above including GCSE English and maths A good example of coursework or practical experience in media/multimedia A successful interview and work shop

What you will learn

  • You'll plan and produce film and television content
  • You'll develop skills in radio production, including show planning
  • You'll create content for games and interactive media
  • You'll use industry-standard, high-spec production equipment
  • You'll explore journalism and how media reaches audiences
  • You'll build a portfolio of practical creative work

How you will learn

Learning is classroom-based and hands-on. You'll work on practical production projects across film, radio, games, and journalism. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks rather than written exams. You'll attend daytime classes full-time at Barnsley College, working with professional-grade equipment throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Barnsley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video production assistant: supporting shoots and edits for film or TV
  • Junior games content creator: producing assets and media for games
  • Radio production assistant: helping plan and record broadcast content
  • Social media content creator: making video and digital content for brands
  • Junior journalist: writing and producing stories across print or digital
  • Media technician: operating cameras, sound, and production equipment

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production: the natural next step, going deeper into specialist areas such as film, TV, or games.
  • T Level in Media, Broadcast and Production: a technical qualification combining study with industry placement.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Degree in Film, Media, or Games Design: university-level study for those wanting to specialise further.
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