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Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Haywards Heath – Haywards Heath College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Haywards Heath. Classes run at Haywards Heath College, part-time during the day over two years.

The course blends media theory with hands-on production work. You'll design, create, and evaluate digital products across a range of formats. Units cover areas such as digital photography, video production, web design, and social media content. The course is equivalent to two A Levels and is built around industry practice.

You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 4 in English Language. You'll finish with an OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Digital Media.

Who this course is for

Equivalent to 2 A levels.

The OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Diploma in Digital Media is a dynamic, industry-aligned qualification designed for learners who want to develop professional skills in the rapidly evolving digital media sector. This course blends creative thinking with hands-on technical production, giving students the opportunity to design, create and evaluate a wide range of digital products.

Throughout the programme, learners explore key areas of media theory and practice, including digital graphics, audio production, moving image, interactive media, social media campaigns and media planning. The Diploma provides a strong balance of written analysis, practical project work and industry standard software skills

Entry requirements

You need a minimum of five GCSEs at 9 4 including grade 4 in English Language.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in digital photography and image editing.
  • You'll produce video content, from planning through to post-production.
  • You'll design and build web pages and digital assets.
  • You'll create content for social media platforms.
  • You'll apply media theory to evaluate your own work and the work of others.
  • You'll use industry-standard software and production tools.
  • You'll plan and manage your own creative projects from brief to final product.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions, practical studio work, and project-based assignments. Assessment is mainly through coursework and portfolio submissions rather than exams. You'll build a body of work across the two years that demonstrates your skills to employers and colleges.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Haywards Heath College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Media assistant, supports production teams across print, video, and digital channels.
  • Content creator, produces written, visual, and video content for brands and organisations.
  • Social media executive, manages social media accounts and creates platform content.
  • Junior web designer, builds and maintains websites for clients or employers.
  • Digital marketing assistant, supports campaigns across email, social, and online advertising.
  • Video editor, edits footage for broadcast, online, or corporate use.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Digital Media, a natural next step into higher-level production and media management skills.
  • BA in Digital Media, Film, or Creative Media Production at university, building on the Level 3 foundation.
  • Level 4 Digital Marketing qualification, useful if you want to move into the commercial side of content and campaigns.
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