Creative Media Production - Level 2 Diploma

This course will provide you with an introduction to both the creative and technical aspects of creative media production, allowing you to develop skills, knowledge and understanding to progress to further study and employment within the creative industries. 

Your lessons will take place in our industry-standard suites, equipped with Adobe Creative Cloud on Apple iMacs, as well as giving you access to state-of-the-art cameras, tripods, green screen facilities and more. There will also trips and visits, and guest talks from industry experts.

You will be studying the following units: Unit 1: Introduction to creative media methods and skills Unit 2: Introduction to production techniques in creative media Unit 3: Understanding an Audience in Creative Media Production Unit 4: Contextual Research for creative media production Unit 5: Exploring Audio Production and Technology Unit 6: Exploring Video Production and Technology Unit 7: Exploring interactive media production and technology ideas. Unit 8: FMP

You will need:

• Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above or relevant Level 1 qualification

All applicants must have an assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will be assessed continually through practical project work, coursework, written assignments and presentations.

School Leavers

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, it will be free. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

Adults

Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course may be free, depending on your circumstances. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

This course leads to employment.This course also leads to further study or progress to Media or Games and Animation at Level 3.

The Level 2 Creative Media Production ( and Technology Diploma will give you the fundamental skills and techniques used within creative media production.

You will learn about the creative process, presentation skills, and other various media activities such as using DSLR cameras, lighting, and sound equipment – including green screens.

The course aims to provide you with an introduction to a broad range of creative skills, from Audio, Visual and Interactive based projects. Students will complete four projects based around creative media.

Previous projects have included App Design, Advertising Campaigns, Graphic Design, Gaming Sounds and Technologies, Trailers, Motion Graphics and Photography

You will be studying the following units:

Unit 1: Introduction to creative media methods and skills

Unit 2: Introduction to production techniques in creative media

Unit 3: Understanding an Audience in Creative Media Production

Unit 4: Contextual Research for creative media production

Unit 5: Exploring Audio Production and Technology

Unit 6: Exploring Video Production and Technology

Unit 7: Exploring interactive media production and technology ideas.

Unit 8: FMP

You will need:

• Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above or relevant Level 1 qualification

All applicants must have an assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

The structure of the qualification means that it is 100% coursework, you will be assessed through summative and formative set assignment briefs from different creative disciplines as well as having an opportunity to work on live briefs. 

Towards the end of the year, you will have to complete a formative 
self-initiated project (FMP - Final Major Project), based on your chosen creative pathway.

School Leavers

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, it will be free. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

Adults

Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course may be free, depending on your circumstances. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

This course leads to further study or progress to Media or Games and Animation at Level 3 or employment.