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Level 3 Digital Media Course in Bristol for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Abbeywood Community School – Daytime

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

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? Check which courses you can do free.

About this course

Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Bristol. Classes run at Abbeywood Community School, full-time during the day.

The course runs over two years. You'll build skills in app development, multimedia creation, and IT systems. Units cover global information systems, software solutions, and creative digital content. You'll need a grade 4 or a Pass in a relevant subject to join.

You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Digital Media, awarded by OCR.

Who this course is for

This course is appropriate for students who like working with computers as users to create a variety of software solutions. This course follows the Application developer route and the units will include the opportunity to be creative with multimedia. On this course you will develop your knowledge, understanding and skills in IT and global information systems. You will learn about the IT sector as you develop industry relevant skills in app development.

Entry requirements

4 or Pass in a relevant subject

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in app development and software creation.
  • You'll learn how global information systems work.
  • You'll create multimedia content using industry-relevant tools.
  • You'll explore how the IT sector operates.
  • You'll build knowledge of digital media production techniques.
  • You'll practise designing and building software solutions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Abbeywood Community School. The OCR Cambridge Technical is assessed through a mix of coursework and externally set assignments. Units are completed throughout the two years, with some assessed by your centre and others marked externally by OCR.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Abbeywood Community School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Content creator, produces digital content for brands and social channels.
  • Social media executive, manages social platforms and online campaigns.
  • Junior app developer, builds and tests applications for clients.
  • Digital media assistant, supports production of video, audio, and web content.
  • IT support technician, helps users and maintains digital systems.
  • Multimedia producer, creates content across digital platforms.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 or 5 HNC or HND in Digital Media or Computing, a natural next step into higher-level technical study.
  • A degree in Digital Media, Film Production, or Computer Science, for those wanting to specialise further.
  • A Level 3 apprenticeship in Digital Marketing or Software Development, combining work and study.

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