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BTEC Diploma in Creative Media Skills

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  • Course Type
    16-19 Courses
  • Course Code
    CA201
  • Campus
    Twelve Quays
  • Start Date
    7th Sep
  • Level
    Level 2
  • Duration
    1 year

Fancy a career in the media industry? Have the creativity to create TV, film, podcasts and social media content? This GCSE equivalent programme is a step towards your exciting media career.

It will allow you to gain an insight into how content is produced within the media industry as well as developing your employability, English and Maths skills needed to progress on to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice programme.

The Liverpool City region has a thriving media hub offering many creative job opportunities across the full spectrum of media communications and production. As part of your course you will also gain valuable practical on the job experience working with successful industry companies to give you the head start to your dream career.

  • Course Details

    This course has been designed to support students to gain the knowledge, skills, behaviours and work experience required for progression onto the Level 3 Creative Media Practice qualification.

    Students can expect to:

    • Gain industry-standard technical knowledge and practical skills
    • Undertake industry-based work experience
    • Develop relevant English, Maths and digital skills
    • Benefit from focused individual support and personal development
    • Access high quality facilities to support learning

    Students completing this Level 2 Programme will gain a Pearson BTEC level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Skills

    Units completed include:

    • A1: Skills Development
    • A2: Creative Project
    • B1: Personal Progression
    • C1: Responding to a Creative Brief

  • Entry Guidelines
    • You will need 4 GCSE's at Grade 3 or above. One of the 4 GCSE's to be Maths or English at Grade 3 (or Functional Skill level 1) to study at this level.
    • If you have a beginner/Introductory qualification in the subject you want to study  and a maths or English GCSE at Grade 3 (or Functional Skill level 1) you can study at this level.
    • Entry requirements for Level 2 courses in some sectors may be more specific. If you're unsure whether you meet these requirements, don't worry — we can help you find a suitable course that aligns with your skills and experience.

    If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.

  • Where can I progress to?

    This course is aimed at anyone interested in going on to study the Level 3 Creative Media Practice programme.

    You could progress to these Wirral Met courses:

  • Timetable
    You will typically be in college for a minimum of 3 days per week. You will receive your individual timetable at the start of your course.

  • Equipment Required

    The college provides a wide range of media equipment, with additional items available to borrow from the library.

      To be ready for practical sessions, students should bring:

    • an SD card (16GB or above)
    • headphones
    • a notebook and pens

    These essentials ensure full participation in hands-on activities from the start of the year.

  • Assessment Methods

    Assessment will be carried out through a portfolio of evidence, supported by externally assessed coursework.

    The portfolio will showcase your practical and written work, and other materials completed throughout the course.

Creative Media case study Ruby Murphy standing in front of the green screen inside the classroom in Twelve Quays

Ruby Murphy

Creative Media

I have really enjoyed this year of college I have learned a lot of new skills and met new people.

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