Course summary

The Level 3 Creative Media Practice National Extended Diploma will be studied over two years. It is aimed at those wanting to work in the Creative Media sector in industries such as Film, TV or Advertising. The course provides you with underpinning knowledge of Creative Media techniques and industrial frameworks to underpin these. There is an emphasis on the development of skills, research skills, teamwork and practical skills such as editing, photography, camera work, image manipulation, with a focus on advertising, magazine production and film making.

If you are passionate about the media industry, and enjoy working in a creative, exciting environment, then studying Creative Media Practice is the course for you. This is a practical and industry-focused course which will enable you to progress onto a career as a journalist, graphic designer, filmmaker, YouTuber, social media content producer to name a few..

This creative and technical course is designed to stretch and challenge those who are looking to progress into a career in the media industry. You will have the opportunity to explore a choice of sector areas, and will develop key practical and research skills. This fast paced, exciting qualification will allow you to develop and test your creativity. You will be provided with the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to progress to degree level study or employment.

You will work within our Media Classrooms on Apple Mac computers, with up to date creative editing suites to gain experience in the planning and production of a wide variety of media products, as well as engaging with local and national businesses to work on live industry briefs.

You will engage in a range of learning and assessment styles and be encouraged to become effective and independent in researching and presenting work. Work based assignments will enable you to engage with your own practice and to share knowledge and expertise with others through activities such as group work and presentations.

The media department runs a number of trips and visits to support your studies. Eg a visit to Warner Bros Studios, residential or day trips to London, and also residential trips to New York! You will also have the chance to meet a number of guest speakers who work in different areas of the industry.