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Level 1 Creative and Digital Media Course in Richmond upon Thames

Cost£314.00
Duration10 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start28 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCN London Region
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About this course

Level 1 Creative and Digital Media Course in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Parkshot, part-time on Monday mornings over 10 weeks.

The course focuses on graphic design using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. You'll edit and manipulate images, create flyers, and produce social media content. You'll also learn to research and plan a design project and present your work. Some prior experience with graphic design software is required, and you'll need enough English to follow instructions and join class discussions.

You'll finish with a Level 1 Award in Creative and Digital Media.

Who this course is for

This course will teach you essential skills in image manipulation and production of media incorporating text, shapes and images. You will learn to use Adobe PhotoShop to edit and manipulate images and save in different formats for use in various media. You will learn to use Adobe Illustrator to work with shapes and text to make flyers, social media content and other design projects. This course has a graphic design focus and you will learn to research and plan for a project and present your work. You will gain an OCN level 1 award in Creative and Digital Media.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date. You will need to have enough English to understand instructions with some technical vocabulary. You will need to provide material that demonstrates techniques learned. You will need to communicate clearly with the tutor and participate in classroom discussions. Due to the intensity of this qualification-based course, you must have some prior experience in using graphic design software. You wil

What you will learn

  • You'll use Adobe Photoshop to edit and manipulate images.
  • You'll save images in different formats for use across various media.
  • You'll use Adobe Illustrator to work with shapes and text.
  • You'll create flyers, social media content, and other design projects.
  • You'll research and plan a graphic design project.
  • You'll present your completed design work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom. Classes run on Monday mornings at Parkshot. You'll produce design work using industry software and build a portfolio of projects. Assessment is based on the work you create and present during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Graphic design assistant, supports design teams with digital artwork.
  • Social media content creator, produces visual content for brands online.
  • Marketing assistant, creates promotional materials for campaigns.
  • Print production assistant, prepares artwork for print and digital use.
  • Junior web designer, works on visual elements of websites.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production, a natural next step for those wanting to go deeper into media and design.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Graphic Design, builds on the software skills you've gained.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design, for those aiming toward higher education or a professional design career.
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