Level 2 Media Production Course in Leicester. Classes run at WQE College, full-time during the day over one year. It may be free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the Admissions Team for details. You'll study how media products are made and who they're made for, plan and produce your own media product, and explore print-based advertising. This OCR level 2 media production qualification covers both the creative and practical sides of the industry.
Who this course is for
Students looking for a Level 2 Media course. This will include the following units:
1. Introducing Media Products and Audiences
2. Planning and Producing a Media Product
3. Print-Based Advertising Media
What you will learn
You'll explore how different media products are made and who their audiences are.
You'll plan a media product from concept through to production.
You'll produce your own media product as part of your coursework.
You'll study print-based advertising and how it works as a media format.
You'll develop skills in analysing media content and making creative decisions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at WQE College. Assessment is through coursework and practical projects, including planning and producing a media product. Each unit is assessed through assignments that you complete as you go through the course. There is no written exam for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. WQE College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Media assistant: support production teams in TV, radio, or online media.
Content creator: produce written, visual, or video content for brands.
Social media coordinator: manage content and scheduling across platforms.
Junior copywriter: write advertising and marketing copy.
Print production assistant: support layout and design for print media.
Marketing assistant: help plan and deliver campaigns across media channels.
What you could study next
Level 3 Cambridge Technical in Media (OCR): the natural next step, going deeper into media production and opening doors to university or creative industry roles.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production: a broader qualification covering film, TV, photography, and digital media.
T Level in Media, Broadcast and Production: a technical qualification combining study with an industry placement.
