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Free Level 3 Creative Media Course in Burton-on-Trent

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC National Diploma in Creative Media Practice in Burton-on-Trent. Classes run at Burton Town Centre Campus, full-time over two years.

In year one, you build core skills in photography, graphic design, and videography. You'll work with Adobe Creative Cloud tools including Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and Illustrator. The campus has an Apple Mac suite, a photography studio, and a green screen space. In year two, you develop an advanced portfolio and prepare for your next steps. The course covers camera work, digital imaging, studio practice, and specialist genres such as fashion, documentary, and advertising.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 National Diploma in Creative Media Practice.

Who this course is for

You will study all aspects of camera control, traditional darkroom procedures, digital imaging, studio practice and image manipulation. You will gain experience of studio and location photography, experimental photographic techniques and specialist photographic genres, including fine art, documentary, editorial, fashion and advertising. Work produced during the course will be exhibited and published through various media.

Entry requirements

Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above (if this does not include English and maths these MUST be studied as part of the Level 3 programme) or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent in English and maths; successful interview and initial assessment; successful completion of Level 2 programme (progressing learners).

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in photography, including studio and location work.
  • You'll learn videography and video editing using Premiere Pro.
  • You'll create graphic design work using Photoshop and Illustrator.
  • You'll practise digital imaging and image manipulation.
  • You'll explore specialist genres including fashion, documentary, editorial, and advertising.
  • You'll build a professional portfolio of creative work.
  • You'll use industry-standard Adobe Creative Cloud software throughout.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on studio sessions, practical projects, and classroom-based workshops. Assessment is through coursework and a portfolio of creative work. You'll use professional equipment including cameras, lighting, and green screen facilities. In year two, project work is shaped around your own creative direction and career goals.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Burton Town Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Content creator, produces photo and video content for brands and social media.
  • Video editor, edits footage for businesses, agencies, or independent clients.
  • Graphic designer, creates visual assets for print and digital campaigns.
  • Photographer, shoots commercial, editorial, or event photography.
  • Social media manager, plans and produces content across digital platforms.
  • Digital marketing assistant, supports campaigns with creative content.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 or Level 5 HNC/HND in Creative Media Production, a natural next step into higher-level media study.
  • BA (Hons) in Photography, Film Production, or Graphic Design, for those moving into university.
  • Level 3 Creative Media apprenticeship, for those who want to earn while they learn in a workplace setting.
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