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Free Level 3 Creative Media Course in Newport

CostFREE
Duration72 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 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 Newport. Classes run at Isle of Wight College, full-time during the day.

The course focuses on TV and film production. You'll build skills across media production, storytelling, and digital content creation. Topics include camera work, editing, and production planning. The course runs over 72 weeks. You'll need five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths. Other experience and qualifications are also considered.

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

Who this course is for

The media industry is in an age of rapid growth with global communication networks bringing the digital age to every home.

The Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice (TV and Film) provides the knowledge, understanding and skills for learners wishing to enter upon a career in the media or progress to higher education

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including English and Maths are required although account will be taken of other experience and qualifications; equally important are your enthusiasm, commitment and your willingness to work hard on all areas of the course. You will have the opportunity to show any existing work at the interview stage.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in TV and film production.
  • You'll learn camera operation and cinematography techniques.
  • You'll practise video editing and post-production.
  • You'll plan and manage media production projects.
  • You'll create digital content for different platforms and audiences.
  • You'll study storytelling and narrative structure for screen.
  • You'll explore the media industry and how it works.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical studio and classroom sessions. Assessment is mainly through coursework and production projects rather than exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the course. Some units may include written assignments. You'll have the chance to show existing work at interview before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Isle of Wight College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for TV, film, or online content.
  • Content creator, produces video and media for brands and social channels.
  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for print and digital media.
  • Photographer, works in commercial, editorial, or event photography.
  • Games developer, designs and builds interactive digital content.
  • Media production assistant, supports shoots and productions on set.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Film Production or Media Production, a degree for those wanting to specialise further in screen industries.
  • BA (Hons) in Graphic Design or Photography, for learners whose interests shift toward visual arts.
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Creative Media, a shorter higher-education route into industry roles.
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