Creative Media Production - Level 3 Extended Diploma

This course has been designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to access and progress to degree-level study or employment in the media sector. You will have the opportunity to explore creative image production and manipulation, animation, and historical and contextual investigation. 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 be trips visits, and guest talks from industry experts.

Extended Diplomas have two one-year programmes. You need to finish the first year before moving on to the second.

You will develop skills in the following units:

Unit 9: Characteristics and contexts in creative media production

Unit 10: Engaging with an audience in creative media production

Unit 11: Preparing for progression in creative media production

Unit 12: Specialist study in creative media production

Unit 13: FMP

You will need:

• Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 2/GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above)

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

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

Aged 16-18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

Adults - Level 3

If you will be aged 19 to 23 prior to the start date of your course, and do not already have a full Level 3 qualification, you may be eligible for a Level 3 entitlement, in which case your study with us will be free. If you are older, or already have a Level 3, we have many other Level 3 courses that are also free to study. Otherwise, you will have to pay the fees yourself or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

On successful completion of this course, you could progress to higher education, an apprenticeship or other employment.

With over eight years of experience teaching Creative Media, Scarlett has developed a passion for the creative industires with a specialisim in broadcast journalism and video production. Scarlett's current position is Learning Manager for Level 1 and Level 2 Creative Media at CONEL, however, Scarlett teaches across the board on all levels courses within the department. Scarlett's educational background includes BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Broadcast Journalism which they gained at College, followed by a BA in Media and Cultural Studies from UAL London College of Communication. Scarlett has a CELTA and is qualified to teach ESOL which she did part time before training as an FE lecturer 

Prior to Scarlett's teaching career, she worked as a broadcast assistant for a radio station in London, where she was responisble for operating the studio, looking after guests and recording and editing advertisments. Scarlett has been involved in the production of several social documentaries over the years. During Scarlett's free time, she put her energy into creating social media content for small businesses and produces a weekly podcast for fun. This combination of practical experience, academic knowledge, and a passion for media enables Scarlett to effectively mentor and inspire aspiring media professionals in her creative journey.

The teachers listed may change, these shown are an example of the teachers who teach on these programmes.

The UAL Level 3 Diploma is set over two years. Equivalent to 3 A levels (if completing both years, the structure of the diploma is designed to encourage students to further develop their creative media production skills using industry-standard software and through a range of activities that encourage transferable skills in creative media production.

Previous projects have included Short Films, Advertising Campaigns, Graphic Design, App Design, Motion Graphics, Podcasts, Gaming Sounds and Technologies.

Extended Diplomas have two one-year programmes. You need to finish the first year before moving on to the second.

You will study the following units:

Unit 1 - Introduction to media processes and technical skills 

Unit 2 - Introduction to design and research skills in creative media production 

Unit 3 - Introduction to professional practice in creative media production

Unit 4 - Critical and contextual awareness in creative media production

Unit 5 - Investigating Audio Production and Technology 

Unit 6 - Investigating visual production and technology 

You will need:

• Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 2/GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above)

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

The qualification is based over 1 year and the nature of the assessment is 100% coursework-based. At this level, you will be supported to develop your creative media practice. 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.

Aged 16-18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

Adults - Level 3

If you will be aged 19 to 23 prior to the start date of your course, and do not already have a full Level 3 qualification, you may be eligible for a Level 3 entitlement, in which case your study with us will be free. If you are older, or already have a Level 3, we have many other Level 3 courses that are also free to study. Otherwise, you will have to pay the fees yourself or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

On successful completion of this course, you could progress to higher education, an apprenticeship or other employment.

This course has been designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to access and progress to degree level study or employment in the media sector. You will have the opportunity to explore creative image production and manipulation, animation, historical and contextual investigation. 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.

Extended Diplomas have two one-year programmes. You need to finish the first year before moving on to the second.

You will develop the following skills:

Unit 9: Characteristics and Contexts in Media and Communication

Unit 10: Engaging with an Audience in Creative Media Production

Unit 11: Preparation for progression in Creative Media Production

Unit 12: Specialist Study in Creative Media Production

Unit 13: Extended Project in Creative Media Production (FMP)

You will need:

Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 2/GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above)

You will be assessed continually through practical project work, coursework, written assignments and presentations. You will complete four practical projects and be assessed by portfolio. Your final project will be assessed by the examining board

Aged 16-18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

Adults - Level 3

If you will be aged 19 to 23 prior to the start date of your course, and do not already have a full Level 3 qualification, you may be eligible for a Level 3 entitlement, in which case your study with us will be free. If you are older, or already have a Level 3, we have many other Level 3 courses that are also free to study. Otherwise, you will have to pay the fees yourself or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

On successful completion of this course, you could progress to higher education, an apprenticeship or other employment.

The UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma, is equivalent to 3 A levels if completing both years. At this level, you are supported towards independent study, through software workshops in Adobe Creative Cloud Apps, University Open Days, and other creative-based workshops as well as guest speakers from the industry. all of which, will help you, with personal development to progress to employment or higher education. 

Previous assignments have included:

• Career Progressions
• Social Media Marketing
• Contextual Studies in Your Chosen Pathway
• Brand Development
• Working on a Live Creative Brief.

Extended Diplomas have two one-year programmes. You need to finish the first year before moving on to the second.

You will be studying the following units:

Unit 9 - Characteristics and contexts in creative media production 

Unit 10 - Engaging with an audience in creative media production 

Unit 11 - Preparing for progression in creative media production 

Unit 12 - Specialist study in creative media production 

Unit 13 - Extended project in creative media production 

You will need:

• Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 2/GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above)

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

Programme delivery is 100 % course work and portfolio based. 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.

Aged 16-18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

Adults - Level 3

If you will be aged 19 to 23 prior to the start date of your course, and do not already have a full Level 3 qualification, you may be eligible for a Level 3 entitlement, in which case your study with us will be free. If you are older, or already have a Level 3, we have many other Level 3 courses that are also free to study. Otherwise, you will have to pay the fees yourself or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

On successful completion of this course, you could progress to higher education, an apprenticeship or other employment.