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Free Level 3 Creative Media Course in Selby

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

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

The course covers camerawork, film editing, screenwriting, animation, and print graphics. You'll use industry-standard tools including Adobe Premiere, InDesign, and Illustrator. Photography and journalism skills are also part of the programme. The course takes two years to complete.

You'll finish with an Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology.

Who this course is for

This course offers students a great insight into the media industry. You will develop practical skills across a wide range of disciplines including camerawork, editing and screenwriting, industry-standard techniques using professional film and editing equipment. You will learn industry standard software such as Adobe Premiere, InDesign and Illustrator, to enable you to develop skills with film editing, animation and print graphics. Photography and journalism skills are also embedded and you will have use of our state-of-the-art photography studio. You will explore traditional media such as single and multi-camera techniques but also digital developments such as viral marketing and online applications.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English or Maths and a Grade 3 in either English or Maths. OR 4 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English or Maths and a Level 2 in either English or Maths. OR Successful completion of Level 2 at Merit Grade and GCSE English or Maths at Grade 4 and Level 2 English or Maths.

PLUS Satisfactory interview for all options above.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop camerawork and cinematography skills using professional film equipment.
  • You'll edit video using Adobe Premiere and other industry-standard software.
  • You'll write and develop screenplays and scripts.
  • You'll create animation and motion graphics.
  • You'll produce print graphics using InDesign and Illustrator.
  • You'll practise photography and photographic editing.
  • You'll explore journalism skills and media writing.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in the classroom, using professional film and editing equipment. Work is assessed through projects, portfolios, and practical assignments across each unit. You'll build a body of creative work throughout the two years that demonstrates your skills to future employers or colleges.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Selby 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 content.
  • Content creator, produces video, photo, and written content for brands.
  • Games developer, creates visuals and assets for games studios.
  • Media production assistant, supports shoots and post-production teams.
  • Graphic designer, produces print and digital design work.
  • Photographer, shoots commercial or editorial photography.
  • Journalist, writes and produces stories for print or digital outlets.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Film Production, Media Studies, or Graphic Design at university, building on your Extended Diploma.
  • A Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in Creative Media Production, a shorter higher-education route.
  • A degree-level apprenticeship in content creation or digital media, combining work and study.
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