Level 3 Digital Media Course in Bexley for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Graphic Design Courses in Bexley.

About this course

Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Bexley. Classes run full-time at Bexleyheath Academy, five days a week during the day. This two-year course covers the creative and business sides of digital communication, from production techniques to media industry practice. To join, you'll typically need a Distinction* to Merit in a vocational Level 2 ICT or related subject. A level 3 digital media qualification opens doors across the creative and media sectors.

Who this course is for

This is for people that have a passion for Digital Media and would like to persue a career in the media inustry. If you have an interest in creative aspects of communication and business then this is the course for you.

Entry requirements

Distinction*- Merit in a Vocational Level 2 ICT or related subject

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in digital media production, including video, audio, and image creation.
  • You'll explore how digital media is used in creative communication and business contexts.
  • You'll learn to plan and manage media projects from brief to finished output.
  • You'll study how the media industry works, including professional roles and workflows.
  • You'll build technical skills using industry-standard tools and software.
  • You'll create a portfolio of work that demonstrates your skills to employers and colleges.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bexleyheath Academy, combining taught lessons with practical project work. Assessment on the OCR Cambridge Technical is coursework-based. You'll complete assignments and build a portfolio of evidence across the two years. Some units may include externally set tasks or exams, as specified by OCR for this qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bexleyheath Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, cutting and assembling footage for broadcast or online
  • Social media content creator, producing digital assets for brands
  • Graphic designer, creating visual content across digital platforms
  • Junior web designer, building and maintaining websites
  • Media production assistant, supporting shoots and post-production
  • Digital marketing assistant, running campaigns and creating content
  • Multimedia journalist, producing stories across text, audio, and video

What you could study next

  • HNC or HND in Creative Media Production, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to specialise further before entering the industry.
  • Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Digital Marketing, if you want to move into the commercial side of digital content.
  • A university degree in Media Production, Film, Journalism, or a related subject. Many universities accept the Cambridge Technical as part of their entry requirements.

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