Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Bristol. Classes run at Winterbourne Academy, full-time during the day. This is a vocational digital media qualification that combines practical and academic study, and it carries the same UCAS points as one A level. The course runs over one year. You'll explore the skills and knowledge that underpin careers across the media industries, from production to digital content. To join, you'll typically need 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 to plan and manage media projects from brief to finished product.
You'll study the technical processes behind digital media production.
You'll explore how media industries are structured and how they work.
You'll build skills in using industry-relevant software and tools.
You'll develop your ability to evaluate and reflect on your own creative work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and hands-on project work. Assessment is coursework-based, with units assessed through assignments and practical tasks. Some units may include external assessment set by OCR. Your work is built up over the year into a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates what you've learned.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Winterbourne Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor. Edit footage for online, broadcast, or social media.
Digital content creator. Produce written, visual, or video content for brands.
Social media coordinator. Manage content and campaigns across platforms.
Graphic designer. Create visual assets for digital and print.
Junior web designer. Build and maintain websites for clients or employers.
Media production assistant. Support shoots, recordings, and post-production.
Marketing assistant. Support campaigns using digital media skills.
What you could study next
A degree in Digital Media, Film Production, or a related subject. This qualification carries UCAS points equivalent to one A level, so it can contribute toward a university application.
A Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Creative Media Production. A more direct vocational route into the industry without a full degree.
An apprenticeship in a media or marketing role. Apply your skills in a paid workplace setting while working toward a further qualification.
