Free Level 3 Creative Media Production & Technology Course in Cannock. Classes run at South Staffordshire College Cannock Campus. You'll need 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including maths and English, to enrol. The course runs full-time over 35 weeks, covering programming, cyber security, networks, web development, AR/VR, scripting, robotics, and artificial intelligence. It's a broad technical grounding in how computers are used to create high-level digital outcomes.
Who this course is for
If you have a serious interest in using computers in technical ways and want to study at out Cannock or Tamworth campus, then this course is for you. This course will give you a broad range of skills which revolve around using computers in technical ways to develop high level technical outcomes. This course will include Programming, Cyber Security, Networks, Web Development, AR/VR, scripting, robotics and artificial intelligence, in addition to advanced IT skills. You may also be involved in coursework exhibitions, gaming competitions and mini esports events. This course is perfect for someone who isn�t sure what they want to do for a career but wants to study a broad range of skills related to using computers in technical ways.
Entry requirements
For the Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma you will need 4 GCSE�s at a Grade 4 or more including maths and English.
What you will learn
You'll develop programming skills across scripting and code-based projects.
You'll study cyber security principles and how to protect digital systems.
You'll learn how networks are designed and managed.
You'll build web development skills, creating and structuring sites and applications.
You'll explore augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies.
You'll work with robotics and artificial intelligence tools.
You'll apply advanced IT skills to produce high-level technical outcomes.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom full-time, five days a week during the day. Learning is hands-on and computer-based, with practical projects running alongside taught sessions. Assessment is through coursework and project work rather than formal exams, letting you build a portfolio of technical outcomes across the different subject areas covered on the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Staffordshire College Cannock Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior web developer: build and maintain websites and web apps.
Cyber security analyst: monitor and protect digital systems and networks.
IT support technician: troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues.
Network administrator: set up and manage organisational IT networks.
AR/VR developer: create immersive digital experiences for games or training.
Junior software developer: write and test code for applications.
Digital content producer: create technical digital media for online platforms.
What you could study next
A degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Digital Media at university. The University of the Arts London qualification is recognised for UCAS applications.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing or IT. A more applied route into higher-level technical roles.
Apprenticeship at Level 4 or above in Software Development, Cyber Security, or Network Engineering. Earn while you train in a specialist technical role.
