Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at Mulberry UTC, full-time over two years. You'll study how digital media shapes the world around us, developing skills both as a critical reader of media and as a hands-on creator. The course covers the production, design, and analysis of digital content across a range of platforms. To join, you'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. You'll sit an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit.
Who this course is for
The media are part of everyone’s everyday life in contemporary society. We use the media to help make sense of the world we live in. Studying media equips students to understand and make sense of the world around them, as we move towards a world where more and more of our everyday tasks are on a digital platform the study of digital media gives students the skills to not just be informed and critical consumers of the media but skilled and passionate creators.
Entry requirements
At least 5 GCSEs at grade 9-4 or equivalent, including both English and Maths at grade 9-4
What you will learn
You'll analyse how digital media is produced and consumed across different platforms.
You'll create original digital content, developing practical production skills.
You'll learn how to plan and manage media projects from brief to final output.
You'll develop critical thinking about the role media plays in society.
You'll explore design principles applied to digital formats.
You'll build technical skills in industry-relevant software and tools.
You'll understand how audiences engage with and respond to digital content.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom-based, full-time at Mulberry UTC. You'll be assessed through a combination of coursework, practical projects, and externally assessed units set by OCR. Your portfolio of work will form a central part of your assessment, demonstrating what you can produce as well as what you understand.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Mulberry UTC will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor: cut and produce content for brands, agencies, or broadcasters.
Social media content creator: plan and produce digital content across platforms.
Graphic designer: create visual assets for digital and print campaigns.
Web content producer: write, design, and manage content for websites.
Junior UX designer: help shape how users experience digital products.
Digital marketing assistant: support campaigns across online channels.
Media production assistant: support shoots, edits, and post-production work.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Digital Media or Media Production: a degree-level route for those who want to specialise further and move into professional creative roles.
HNC/HND in Creative Media Production: a higher vocational qualification if you prefer a work-focused route before committing to a full degree.
Level 4 Certificate in Marketing (CIM): useful if you want to move into digital marketing and brand communications.
