Level 3 Creative Media Course in Halesowen

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Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Halesowen College for more info.

About this course

BTEC National Diploma in Creative Media Practice in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, full-time during the day. Tuition fees apply, though fee remission may be available. Contact the Admissions department to find out what you'd pay.

This creative media practice course covers the skills and knowledge behind professional media production. Over 36 weeks, you'll explore areas such as video production, digital content creation, and media storytelling. The course is assessed through practical projects and coursework, so you build a portfolio as you go.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma at Level 3, a strong foundation for work in media or further study.

Who this course is for

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

Entry requirements

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in video production and editing.
  • You'll create digital content for different platforms and audiences.
  • You'll explore storytelling techniques used in professional media.
  • You'll plan, produce, and review your own media projects.
  • You'll build a portfolio of practical work to show employers.
  • You'll understand how the creative media industry operates.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based, with full-time daytime attendance at Halesowen College. You'll learn through practical projects, studio sessions, and guided coursework. Assessment is portfolio and assignment based, so your work builds up over the 36 weeks. There are no written exams for most units. Contact the Admissions department for full details of the course structure.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for TV, online, or corporate clients.
  • Content creator, produces video and digital content for brands or social media.
  • Media production assistant, supports shoots and productions on set.
  • Junior photographer or videographer, works freelance or in-house for businesses.
  • Digital marketing assistant, creates visual content for campaigns.
  • Broadcast technician, operates equipment in TV or radio production.

What you could study next

  • A Level 3 Extended Diploma in a specialist media area, for a deeper focus before university.
  • A Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Media Production, a step toward degree-level study.
  • A BA in Film, Media, or Creative Media Production at university, building on your BTEC for a full honours degree.
  • An apprenticeship in content production or digital marketing, combining work and further training.

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