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Level 3 Creative Media Course in Hastings – East Sussex College Hastings Station Plaza Campus

Cost�4670.00 You may be required to purchase your own materials such as sketchbooks, pens, paints, brushes, and memory sticks. You may also have the opportunity to attend a number of trips and visits, which may incur additional costs.
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 3 Creative Media Course in Hastings. Classes run at East Sussex College Hastings Station Plaza Campus.

You'll work with industry-standard software across animation, film and video editing, audio production, game design, and 3D modelling. You'll also develop concept art skills and explore interactive media. Projects build through both years, finishing with a final major project. You need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 to 9, including English or maths, plus a portfolio of work.

You'll finish with a Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology at Level 3.

Who this course is for

Develop your creative skills and understanding of digital media. You will be introduced to industry-standard software with the aim of building skills and technical know how in audio-production, animation, film and video as well as game design, games engines, concept art, 3D modelling and the details and components of interactive media. Develop your technical ability in the virtual world to design and make 3D models of sets and characters, as well as research and plan concepts for games.

Entry requirements

Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English or maths at grade 4. A portfolio of work will be required.

What you will learn

  • You'll use industry-standard software for animation and 3D modelling.
  • You'll edit film and video using professional tools.
  • You'll produce audio for digital and interactive media.
  • You'll design games and work with games engines.
  • You'll create concept art and develop visual ideas.
  • You'll build 3D models of characters and sets.
  • You'll research and plan projects from brief to final outcome.

How you will learn

You'll complete nine projects in year one and four projects in year two. Each project involves practical work, coursework, and research. Every year ends with a final major project. Work is marked internally and externally moderated by University of the Arts London.

What you will need to bring

You may need to purchase your own materials, such as sketchbooks, pens, paints, brushes, and memory sticks. There may also be trips and visits with additional costs. East Sussex College Hastings Station Plaza Campus will confirm the details before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Games developer, designs and builds game environments and mechanics.
  • Video editor, edits footage for film, TV, or online content.
  • Animator, creates 2D or 3D animation for games, film, or advertising.
  • Content creator, produces digital media for brands and social platforms.
  • 3D modeller, builds assets for games, animation, or product design.
  • Concept artist, develops visual ideas for games and film productions.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Animation, Games Design, or Film Production at university, building on the skills and UAL credit from this Diploma.
  • A degree in Graphic Design or Digital Media, for those who want to move into branding or interactive design.
  • An apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media, combining work experience with further study.
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