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Free Level 3 Media Course in Hereford – Hereford College of Arts

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Media Course in Hereford. Classes run full-time at Hereford College of Arts, five days a week during the day. The course runs for 12 months and covers the core skills and knowledge needed to work in the media industry. You'll explore areas such as media production, research, and communication across different formats. Entry requirements are discussed individually at a pre-entry assessment, so there's no fixed barrier to applying. An interest in the subject area or a related career path is helpful.

Who this course is for

The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) is the UK’s leading Further Education College for those aged 16 plus with visual impairment.

Whatever your goal, moving onto Further Education, Higher Education, into the world of work, setting up our own business or independent living RNC has a range of qualifications and training to help you achieve it.

Entry requirements

An interest in the subject area or career path is desirable, however entry requirements can be discussed individually during Pre-Entry Assessment.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in media production across different formats and platforms.
  • You'll research and plan media projects from brief to final output.
  • You'll study how media industries are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll create and present media content for different audiences.
  • You'll analyse and evaluate media texts and productions.
  • You'll develop your understanding of the technical and creative processes behind media work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hereford College of Arts, combining practical project work with taught content. Assessment is through coursework and assignments rather than traditional exams. You'll build a portfolio of work over the year that demonstrates your skills and knowledge across the qualification units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hereford College of Arts will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Media production assistant - supporting shoots, edits, and broadcasts
  • Junior video editor - cutting and assembling footage for clients
  • Social media content creator - producing content across digital platforms
  • Photographer - working in commercial, editorial, or event photography
  • Broadcast technician - operating equipment in TV, radio, or live events
  • Marketing assistant - creating and managing content for campaigns
  • Journalist - writing and producing stories for print, online, or broadcast

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Media - a larger qualification that goes deeper into media production and may strengthen a university application.
  • HNC or HND in Media Production - a higher-level qualification for those wanting to specialise before entering the industry.
  • BA (Hons) in Media, Film, or Journalism - a full degree for those aiming for graduate-level roles in the media sector.
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