Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Bristol. Classes run full-time at Abbeywood Community School, five days a week during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll study both the practical and academic sides of digital media, covering the skills and knowledge needed to work in the media industries or move on to degree-level study. This level 3 digital media qualification is equivalent to one A level. Entry typically requires a grade 4 or a Level 2 Pass in a relevant subject, or a teacher assessment.
Who this course is for
Cambridge Technical Digital Media is a vocational course, with a level of academic and practical content, aimed at students who may wish to pursue a career in the media industries, study further at degree level or simply enjoy the subject and want to learn more. This course is the equivalent to one A level.
Entry requirements
4 / L2 Pass in a relevant subject if taken or subject teacher assessment
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in creating and producing digital media content.
You'll learn how the media industries are structured and how they operate.
You'll explore design and visual communication for digital platforms.
You'll study how audiences engage with media and how content is targeted.
You'll build skills in planning, researching, and evaluating media projects.
You'll use industry-standard tools and software to produce your work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and hands-on practical projects. Assessment is coursework-based, with units assessed through assignments and a portfolio of work you build throughout the year. Some units may include externally set tasks or exams set by OCR. Your teacher will guide you through each unit and give feedback on your work as you progress.
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
Video editor: editing footage for online, broadcast, or social media
Social media content creator: producing digital content for brands and organisations
Graphic designer: creating visual assets for digital and print
Digital marketing assistant: supporting campaigns across digital channels
Web content producer: writing and managing content for websites
Junior photographer or videographer: shooting and editing visual media
Media production assistant: supporting shoots and productions on set
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Digital Media, Film, or Media Production: a natural next step if you want to study at degree level. This qualification is equivalent to one A level, so you may need to combine it with other qualifications to meet university entry requirements.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production: a larger qualification if you want more depth before applying to university.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Creative Media Production: a Level 4 option if you want a shorter route into higher education or industry.
