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Level 3 Creative Media Course in Wandsworth for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Creative Media Course in Wandsworth. Classes run at Saint Francis Xavier Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

You'll explore areas of media production including video, photography, digital content, and games. The course is equivalent to three A levels and helps you build a professional portfolio. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including at least one in a media or art and design subject.

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

Who this course is for

This practical, creative media production course would suit you if you enjoy hands on, project-based study and you are aiming to go directly into the industry or a media related course in higher education. The course can help you to focus on which area of media production you are most suited to and help you to build a portfolio of professional work. You'll need to be creative, enthusiastic about media and willing to work collaboratively. The course is the equivalent of 3 A levels.

Entry requirements

4 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above, at least one of which should be in a media or art and design subject, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in video production and editing.
  • You'll create digital content across a range of media formats.
  • You'll explore games development and interactive media.
  • You'll build a portfolio of professional creative work.
  • You'll learn to plan and manage your own media projects.
  • You'll work collaboratively on real briefs, as you would in industry.
  • You'll identify which area of media production suits you best.

How you will learn

The course is project-based and practical. You'll learn through hands-on studio work, creative projects, and collaborative tasks in the classroom. Assessment is portfolio-based, with work built up over the two years. There are no traditional written exams. You'll receive feedback from tutors as your projects develop.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Saint Francis Xavier Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for TV, film, or online platforms.
  • Content creator, produces video and digital content for brands or social media.
  • Games developer, designs and builds games for digital platforms.
  • Media production assistant, supports shoots and productions on set.
  • Digital marketing executive, creates and manages online campaigns.
  • Photographer or camera operator, captures images and footage professionally.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Film, Media, or Creative Arts, for those wanting to specialise further at university.
  • A degree in Games Design or Computer Science, a natural step for those focused on games development.
  • A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Creative Media Production, a shorter higher education route into industry.
  • A degree apprenticeship in Digital and Technology, combining work and study at degree level.
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