Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Pudsey

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

About this course

Free Level 3 Digital Media Course in Pudsey. Classes run at Pudsey Grammar School, full-time over two years. This is a daytime course suited to those starting out in digital media after completing their GCSEs. You'll explore the creative and technical skills behind digital content, from production to design. The course requires five GCSEs at grades 4 to 9, including English and maths. If you have a relevant Media qualification, a minimum Level 2 Pass is also required. You'll sit an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit.

Who this course is for

Please visit the Sixth Form section of our school website for more information about this course.

Entry requirements

5 x 9-4 including English and maths. Minimum level 2 Pass in Media (if relevant).

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in creating and editing digital media content
  • You'll learn how to plan and produce digital projects for different audiences
  • You'll explore design principles used in digital communication
  • You'll study how digital media is used across industries and platforms
  • You'll build technical skills using industry-relevant software and tools
  • You'll understand the legal and ethical responsibilities of working in digital media

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Pudsey Grammar School. The OCR Cambridge Technical is assessed through a combination of coursework and externally set assignments. You'll build a portfolio of practical work alongside completing assessed units. Some units are assessed by OCR directly; others are internally assessed and moderated.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Pudsey Grammar School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Digital content creator, producing video, audio, and online media
  • Graphic designer, creating visual assets for print and digital
  • Social media coordinator, managing content across platforms
  • Junior video editor, editing footage for broadcast or online
  • Web content assistant, updating and producing website material
  • Marketing assistant, supporting campaigns with digital content
  • Media production assistant, supporting shoots and productions

What you could study next

  • A Level Media Studies, for a more analytical academic route alongside or after this qualification
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Creative Media Production, a Level 4 qualification for deeper technical and creative specialism
  • Degree in Digital Media, Film Production, or Graphic Design, for those aiming toward graduate-level roles
  • Level 3 IT or Computer Science qualifications, if you want to move into the technical side of digital production

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