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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Keighley. Classes run at South Craven School, full-time during the day over two years. You'll study digital media production, creative content, and the skills employers look for in the sector. Entry requires 4 to 5 GCSEs including English and maths at grade 4 or above. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this level 3 digital media qualification is the right fit and to plan your learning.

Who this course is for

This course is for anyone move on toing from GCSE with an interest in business. Whether you're considering working for a global corporation, small firm or even running your own business in the future, this subject will give you a good grounding in business theory. You don't need to have studied GCSE business to do this course but you will need good numerical skills (at least level 2). Studying business can lead to careers in almost any employment sector and it combines well with most other A level subjects.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in creating and producing digital media content.
  • You'll learn how to plan and manage digital media projects.
  • You'll explore the technical tools used in professional digital media production.
  • You'll study how digital media is used across different industries and platforms.
  • You'll build an understanding of audience, purpose, and communication in digital contexts.
  • You'll practise evaluating and improving your own digital media work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Craven School. The Cambridge Technical Certificate uses a mix of coursework and practical assignments to assess your skills. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years alongside any externally assessed units. Your teachers will give you structured feedback throughout to help you develop your work to the standard required.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Craven School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Digital content creator, producing content for brands and organisations
  • Social media coordinator, managing platforms and digital campaigns
  • Video editor, cutting and producing video for online or broadcast use
  • Graphic designer, creating visual assets for digital and print
  • Web content assistant, updating and maintaining websites
  • Junior UX or digital marketing assistant, supporting online campaigns

What you could study next

  • HNC or HND in Digital Media Production, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to specialise further before employment.
  • BA (Hons) in Digital Media, Film, or Creative Media Production at university, building on the OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate.
  • Level 4 Certificate or Diploma in Digital Marketing, for those moving toward a marketing-focused career in the digital sector.

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