Level 3 Creative Media Course in Bristol

Cost£4,670.00
Duration432 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

About this course

Level 3 Creative Media Course in Bristol. Classes run at SGS WISE Campus, full-time during the day.

Most full-time places are for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, concessions may be available, and fees are payable annually. The course covers media production, digital technology, and creative practice across areas such as video, animation, and games. You'll build practical skills across around 432 hours of study.

You'll finish with a Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology, awarded by University of the Arts London.

Who this course is for

Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in video production and editing.
  • You'll explore animation techniques and digital storytelling.
  • You'll learn how games are designed and developed.
  • You'll create content using industry-standard digital tools.
  • You'll understand how media technology supports creative projects.
  • You'll produce a portfolio of work across different media formats.

How you will learn

You'll learn through studio-based projects, practical workshops, and classroom sessions. Assessment is through coursework and a portfolio of creative work you build throughout the course. There are no written exams. You'll work on briefs that reflect real media production scenarios, developing your skills in a hands-on environment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. SGS WISE Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video editor, edits footage for film, TV, or online content.
  • Games developer, designs and builds games for digital platforms.
  • Animator, creates moving images for media, advertising, or games.
  • Content creator, produces video and digital content for brands or social media.
  • Media production assistant, supports shoots and post-production teams.
  • Digital media technician, manages equipment and technology on creative projects.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Film Production, Animation, or Games Design at university, building on your Diploma to specialise further.
  • A Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Creative Media Production, a shorter higher education route into the industry.
  • An apprenticeship in digital or creative media, combining work and further study at a higher level.