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Level 3 Creative Media Course in Nottingham – Nottingham College City Hub

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

BTEC National Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College City Hub, full-time over two years. Students aged 16 to 18 years old do not pay tuition fees. If you are 19 or over, you may still be eligible for funding.

The course covers writing and copywriting, photography, video journalism, digital layout, online media, and social media production. You'll work in professional facilities including a TV studio, and complete live briefs and a work placement. In Year 1 you earn a standalone qualification. Year 2 builds on that to complete the full Extended Diploma.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice.

Who this course is for

This course is perfect if you have a passion for writing or blogging about the things you love, and an interest in social media, digital layout, interview techniques, video and photography.

Entry requirements

You'll need 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C), including English Language and maths - both of these must be grades 9-4 (A*-C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 vocational qualification with English and maths GCSE grades 9-4 (A*-C).

What you will learn

  • You'll develop writing and copywriting skills for print and online media.
  • You'll learn photography techniques and how to use them in journalism and content production.
  • You'll produce video journalism and learn how to work to a 24-hour news cycle.
  • You'll practise digital layout and design for online and print publications.
  • You'll build skills in social media production and online content creation.
  • You'll complete live briefs set by real clients or industry partners.
  • You'll take part in a 30-hour work placement to build professional experience.
  • You'll showcase your work at an end-of-year show.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, studio-based practical work, and live project briefs. Assessment is coursework-based throughout the two years. You'll complete assignments, produce a portfolio of work, and take part in an end-of-year show. A 30-hour work placement is also part of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College City Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for broadcast, online, or social media.
  • Content creator, produces written, visual, or video content for brands and publishers.
  • Photographer, works in journalism, events, or commercial photography.
  • Graphic designer, creates visual content for digital and print.
  • Games developer, designs and produces interactive media and game content.
  • Social media manager, plans and publishes content across digital platforms.
  • Broadcast journalist, reports and produces stories for TV, radio, or online news.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Journalism, Media Production, Film, or Graphic Design at university, building on the skills and portfolio you develop on this course.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Creative Media, for a more specialist vocational route.
  • An apprenticeship in content production or digital marketing, combining work and further study.
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