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Level 3 Creative Media Course in Leeds – Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Creative Media Practice Course in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus, full-time during the day.

The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though a Learner Loan may be available.

You'll work in an industry-standard TV studio, create magazine shows, edit podcasts, and make documentaries. Photography and investigative journalism are also part of the mix. The course runs for one year and leads to a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma in Creative Media Practice.

Who this course is for

If you’re in year 11 or 12 and are looking to take the next steps towards your career these courses are for you. Our vast selection of vocational courses span a range of subjects and combine academic study with practical skills. Study in industry standard facilities and use our industry links to prepare for progression.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English OR Maths. Applicants are required to attend an interview and successfully complete a short task before a place on the course is confirmed. Applicants are encouraged to bring a portfolio of work with them to the interview, but this is not a strict requirement.

What you will learn

  • You'll produce broadcast journalism content, including interviews and investigative research.
  • You'll create and edit podcasts for publication.
  • You'll make documentary films from concept to final edit.
  • You'll shoot and edit photography to support editorial work.
  • You'll produce magazine-style shows in a professional TV studio.
  • You'll write and present stories across print, audio, and video formats.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on projects in a classroom and studio setting. Assessment is coursework-based, with assignments and portfolio work throughout the year. You'll build a body of work across different media formats. There are no written exams for most units, though some units may include externally set tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Quarry Hill Campus 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, audio, and written content for brands or media outlets.
  • Broadcast journalist, researches and presents stories for TV, radio, or digital platforms.
  • Podcast producer, plans, records, and edits audio programmes.
  • Social media manager, creates and manages content across digital channels.
  • Junior photographer, shoots images for editorial or commercial use.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Media Production, a Level 4 or 5 qualification for deeper technical and creative skills.
  • BA (Hons) in Media Production, Journalism, or Film, a degree for those wanting to specialise further.
  • Apprenticeship in Content Creation or Broadcast Production, earn while you build industry experience.
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