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Level 3 Creative Media Course in Croydon – Coulsdon Sixth Form College

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Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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

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About this course

Level 3 Creative Media Practice Course in Croydon. Classes run at Coulsdon Sixth Form College, full-time over two years. Fee remission may be available for eligible learners.

You'll work on practical digital media projects. These build your skills in production, communication, and collaboration. You'll use industry-standard hardware and software. The course is designed to lead into a related higher education course and a career in the creative industries.

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

Who this course is for

This course is for those wishing to focus their learning on creative digital media production, with a view to progressing to a related Higher Education course, and potentially a career in the creative industries. You will develop employability skills and knowledge through contextual projects, which build their communication skills and ability to work collaboratively, as well as developing practical skills in digital media hardware, software and processes.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language at grade 4 and maths at grade 4 as a minimum. You will also need to show an art portfolio, containing recent examples of creative work you have done.You will need to provide evidence of a satisfactory school record including satisfactory attendance.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in digital media production.
  • You'll learn to use industry-standard software and hardware.
  • You'll build communication and collaborative working skills.
  • You'll create a portfolio of project-based work.
  • You'll explore creative processes used in the media industry.
  • You'll gain knowledge of digital media contexts and industries.

How you will learn

You'll learn through contextual projects in the classroom. Work is assessed through assignments and a portfolio of practical work. There are no written exams for most units. You'll receive feedback on projects as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring an art portfolio to your application. It should contain recent examples of your creative work. Coulsdon Sixth Form 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 digital media for brands and platforms.
  • Media production assistant, supports shoots and production teams.
  • Social media coordinator, manages video and visual content for organisations.
  • Digital marketing assistant, creates and schedules multimedia campaigns.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Film Production, Media Studies, or Digital Media, the most common next step after this BTEC.
  • A degree in Graphic Design or Animation, for those who focus on visual creative work.
  • A Higher National Certificate in Creative Media Production, a shorter higher education route into the industry.
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