Free Level 3 Creative Media Course in Gateshead

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

About this course

Free Level 3 Creative Media Course in Gateshead. Classes run at Gateshead College Baltic Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers games development, 3D animation, visual effects, and digital production. You'll use industry-level software and work on live briefs set by commercial partners. Studio-based sessions let you design and build your own projects alongside classmates. The course takes one year to complete.

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

Who this course is for

The UK industry is the 3rd largest in the world and is going from strength to strength and we want you to be part of this dynamic, cutting edge sector. During the course, you'll get to develop an impressive range of digital skills, using industry- level software in out impressive facilities, setting you on a career path in the games industry and digital media economy.

Your learning will be developed by industry professionals, delivering marketable design and software skills in applications such as: 3DS Max, the Adobe Masters collection, Unreal Development Kit, Unity and others. You will also discover how the industry works and what you will need to succeed in a highly competitive future. So if you have a passion not just for playing games, but for creativity and the discovery of how the games and digital industries function then we are the right choice for you.

You will be assessed in a variety of ways, this could be the games you will make, or digital assets you produce in addition to more traditional assignments.

Entry requirements

How will I be assessed? -Assessment includes assignments, practical assessments, oral questions and written papers. Students produce a portfolio of evidence to support the assessment process. Your work will be continuously assessed using assignments, case studies, and practical work.

How will I be taught? The Course is very practical, and is delivered by tutors with a wealth of experience.

Qualifications Needed: This course is Level 3- you will need to have the equivalent of at least four GCSEs at Grade C (4) or above- Preferably including Maths and English. For vocational programmes, it would help to have a relevant qualification at Level 2.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop 3D modelling and animation skills using professional software.
  • You'll create games and interactive digital content from concept to completion.
  • You'll produce visual effects and motion graphics for games and media.
  • You'll work on live briefs and projects set by industry partners.
  • You'll build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your skills to employers.
  • You'll gain experience of industry roles across games development, animation, and digital production.

How you will learn

Learning is practical and studio-based. You'll be assessed through assignments, case studies, practical tasks, oral questions, and written papers. You build a portfolio of work throughout the course to support your assessments. Tutors have professional industry experience and deliver sessions in a studio-style environment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Gateshead College Baltic Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Games developer, designs and builds games using professional development tools.
  • Video editor, cuts and assembles footage for games, film, or online content.
  • Animator, creates 3D characters and motion sequences for games or media.
  • Content creator, produces digital media for brands, studios, or online platforms.
  • Visual effects artist, builds effects and environments for games or screen productions.
  • Digital media technician, supports production teams across games and broadcast sectors.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Games Development, Animation, or Digital Media, for those wanting to specialise further at university level.
  • A Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in Creative Media, a work-focused route into the industry without a full degree.
  • An apprenticeship in games or digital production, combining paid work with further structured training.