Free Level 2 Media Course in Birmingham – Queen Alexandra College
CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 2 Media Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Queen Alexandra College, full-time during the day. This course is designed for students with disabilities and learning difficulties who have an Education, Health and Care Plan. Entry is through Local Authority referral or a direct application to the college, which includes an initial assessment. The course runs for 12 months and covers media skills and production as part of a wider study programme that includes therapies and specialist support.
Who this course is for
Suitable for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties
Entry requirements
High Needs Students with EHC Plan and referral through Local Authority OR apply directly to College to apply for initial assessment. This will form part of a wider study programme which will include therapies and specialist support for LLDD
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in media production and content creation.
You'll explore different media formats, including print, digital, and moving image.
You'll learn how to plan and produce your own media projects.
You'll understand how media is used to communicate ideas to different audiences.
You'll build skills in reviewing and evaluating media work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Queen Alexandra College, supported by specialist staff and therapies as part of your wider study programme. Assessment for the OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in Media is coursework-based, using assignments and projects that you complete throughout the year. There are no written exams for the core qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Queen Alexandra College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Media assistant: supporting production teams in TV, radio, or online media.
Content creator: producing digital content for websites and social channels.
Photography assistant: supporting shoots and editing images.
Social media assistant: creating and scheduling posts for organisations.
Production runner: entry-level role on film or TV sets.
What you could study next
Level 3 Cambridge Technical in Media (OCR): the next step up, covering more advanced production and creative skills.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production: a broader qualification that opens routes into higher education.
Level 3 Digital Media qualification: focuses on digital content and online platforms for those interested in that route.
