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Level 3 Creative Media Course in Darlington – Darlington College

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 3 Creative Media Course in Darlington. Classes run at Darlington College, full-time during the day. It may be free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply.

This creative media qualification covers professional production techniques and media theory. You'll work with industry-standard tools including Final Cut Pro, Adobe After Effects, and Maya. The course runs for 34 weeks and is equivalent to three A Levels. Units cover camera work, editing, post-production, and the business of film and television.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology at Level 3.

Who this course is for

This course gives you the opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge for a range of careers in the film and television industries. You will develop professional production techniques alongside a critical understanding of media theory. Practical projects will be completed using state of the art camera and editing equipment, as well as professional standard post production software such as Final Cut pro, Adobe After Effects and Maya. The extended diploma course is equivalent to 3 A Levels.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or higher including maths or English, or a relevant Level 2 qualification. It is recommended that learners have, or are working towards, a grade 4/ grade C or above in GCSE maths or English.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop professional camera and filming techniques used in film and television.
  • You'll edit footage using industry-standard software including Final Cut Pro.
  • You'll create visual effects and animations using Adobe After Effects and Maya.
  • You'll study media theory and develop a critical understanding of the industry.
  • You'll complete practical production projects from brief to finished output.
  • You'll build skills in post-production and digital content creation.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical projects in the classroom, using professional camera and editing equipment. Assessment is based on the work you produce, including production projects and written critical analysis. You'll build a portfolio of work across the course. Some units may include presentations or written assignments.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for film, television, or online content.
  • Animator, creates 2D or 3D animation for games, film, or advertising.
  • Games developer, designs and builds interactive digital content.
  • Content creator, produces video and media for brands and social platforms.
  • Post-production technician, works on visual effects and finishing for screen productions.
  • Broadcast technician, supports live or recorded television and radio output.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Film Production, Animation, or Media at university, building on the Level 3 Diploma and its A Level equivalence.
  • A degree apprenticeship in a digital or creative media role, combining work and study.
  • A Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in Creative Media Production, a shorter higher-education route into specialist roles.
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