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Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Rossendale

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Rossendale. Classes run at Haslingden High School and Sixth Form, full-time over two years.

The course explores television, film, and media production. You'll develop research and analysis skills, then plan and produce your own media texts, including a music video. It connects to business, IT, sociology, psychology, and law, making it a versatile digital media qualification alongside other studies. You'll need at least a grade 4 GCSE in English to apply. No previous media experience is required.

You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Digital Media at Level 3.

Who this course is for

Digital media provides opportunities to explore a range of media industries with a specific focus on the television and film industries. From developing your research and analysis skills to effectively planning and producing your own media texts, including a music video, this course has something for everyone. With cross-curricular links to business, information technology, sociology, psychology and law, it is a flexible and versatile subject that will complement a range of other studies as well as standing out as a respected subject in its own right.

Entry requirements

At least grade 4 at GCSE English. There is no requirement to have studied media previously.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the television and film industries in depth.
  • You'll develop research and analysis skills for media production.
  • You'll plan and produce your own media texts.
  • You'll create a music video as part of your coursework.
  • You'll examine cross-curricular links to business, IT, sociology, psychology, and law.
  • You'll build skills in evaluating and presenting media work.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based and delivered full-time during the day. You'll learn through a mix of practical production work and written analysis. Assessment includes coursework projects and externally assessed units set by OCR. Your work is built up over the two years, with units assessed as you complete them.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Haslingden High School and Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Media assistant, supports production teams in TV or film.
  • Content creator, produces video, audio, or written content for brands.
  • Social media executive, manages social channels and digital campaigns.
  • Junior video producer, edits and shoots video for online platforms.
  • Digital marketing assistant, creates content across digital channels.
  • Production runner, entry-level role on TV or film sets.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production, a broader qualification for learners wanting more depth before entering work or higher education.
  • BA (Hons) in Film and Television Production or Media Studies, for those moving into university after completing this qualification.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Digital Marketing, a strong next step for those moving toward content or social media roles.
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