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Free Level 3 Creative Media Course in Carlisle – Carlisle College

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Creative Media Course in Carlisle. Classes run at Carlisle College, full-time over 35 weeks.

You'll explore film production, script writing, drama, music videos, and online interactive content. The course covers media processes, audio and visual production, design research, and professional practice in creative media. You'll produce at least six media projects in your first year. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths.

You'll finish with a Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology from the University of the Arts London.

Who this course is for

This course is aimed at 16- 18 year olds, usually having finished their GCSEs, how this is easily adapted to mature students. This course has been desinged to rovide students knowledge, skills and understanding to access and progress to degree level study and employment in the media sector.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above; this must include English and Maths. Please note that entry requiremnents and course offer can be sun=bject to change at any time.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop technical skills in film and media production.
  • You'll explore factual film, drama production, and music video creation.
  • You'll practise script writing and pre-production planning.
  • You'll learn post-production techniques and editing.
  • You'll investigate audio production and technology.
  • You'll create online and interactive media content.
  • You'll develop critical and contextual awareness in creative media.
  • You'll build professional practice skills for working with real clients.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on project work in a classroom setting. Assessment is portfolio-based, with media artefacts you produce throughout the course. You'll also have opportunities to work with external clients and on live productions. Tutors guide you through each project, and you'll reflect on your creative process as part of your assessment.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for film, TV, or online platforms.
  • Content creator, produces video and media content for brands or social channels.
  • Animator, creates motion graphics or animated sequences.
  • Games developer, designs and builds interactive digital experiences.
  • Media production assistant, supports shoots and post-production on professional projects.
  • Social media producer, manages video and creative content for organisations.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Film Production, Media Production, or Digital Media, the natural next step after this Diploma.
  • A degree in Animation or Games Design, for those who want to specialise further.
  • A Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in Creative Media, a shorter higher-level option before committing to a full degree.
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