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Free Level 3 Creative Media Course in Grimsby

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Creative Media Practice Course in Grimsby. Classes run at Franklin Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

The course covers concept art, 3D animation, game design, and game development. You'll build practical skills in bringing creative ideas to life. Topics also include photography, graphic design, and digital content creation.

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

Who this course is for

Explore the innovative and exciting world of the games industry and build the skills you need to creatively develop game ideas into actual games. Whether you�re interested in concept art and 3D animation, or you�re more interested in bringing your ideas to life and learning how to design and develop a game, whatever your passion, this course can turn your career aspirations into reality.

Entry requirements

Level 3 general entry criteria + grade 4 in a relevant GCSE Art Subject or, a portfolio of work or evidence of games design and/or programming

What you will learn

  • You'll develop concept art and character design skills.
  • You'll learn 3D modelling and animation techniques.
  • You'll design and develop your own games from idea to playable product.
  • You'll practise photography and visual storytelling.
  • You'll create digital content for a range of media platforms.
  • You'll build graphic design skills using industry-standard tools.
  • You'll produce a portfolio of creative work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based projects, practical workshops, and class sessions. Assessment is mainly through coursework and a portfolio of completed projects. There are no written exams for most units. You'll build your skills by working on briefs that reflect real creative media tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Franklin 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 social platforms.
  • Games developer, designs and builds games for studios or independently.
  • Graphic designer, creates visual assets for print and digital projects.
  • Photographer, works in commercial, editorial, or events photography.
  • 3D animator, produces animation for games, film, or advertising.
  • Media production assistant, supports shoots and post-production teams.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Game Design or Animation, a degree for those wanting to specialise further in the games or film industry.
  • BA (Hons) in Graphic Design or Photography, ideal if you want to focus on visual arts at university level.
  • Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Creative Media Production, a shorter higher-level route into the industry.
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