Level 2 Media Production reflects the diverse opportunities available within the media sector. The study programme aims to provide students with an understanding of media through engagement in a wide range of internally-set projects that reflect realistic production processes and make use of up-to-date technologies.
Course Overview
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Fri, 04 Jul 2025
“For the 1 year Level 2 – Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.
For the 2 year Level 2 – Four GCSEs at gr...
“For the 1 year Level 2 – Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.
For the 2 year Level 2 – Four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including maths and English.
Students with lower than a grade 4 in maths and/or English will resit as part of their study programme.
Some previous media study would be advantageous but is not essential.
FF2CMED1B0
Fri, 04 Jul 2025
“For the 1 year Level 2 – Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.
For the 2 year Level 2 – Four GCSEs at gr...
“For the 1 year Level 2 – Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths.
For the 2 year Level 2 – Four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including maths and English.
Students with lower than a grade 4 in maths and/or English will resit as part of their study programme.
Some previous media study would be advantageous but is not essential.
Course information
Example projects include:
Music Video
Advertising
Radio and podcasting
Animation
Photography
Print production
1 Year (Level 3 study route)
2 Years (employment or apprenticeship route)
You will learn through a combination of workshops, practical/theory sessions, practical assignment work , trips and visits and regular professional practice seminars.
You will also explore and learn a range of employability skills to prepare you for industry placement and study or employment beyond college.
Coursework is internally assessed. We assess in a variety of ways including film and video evidence, slideshow annotations, portfolio building, Q&As, presentations and film and audio final outcomes.
Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Technology and Production.
Upon completion students will have experience within the following:
-Adobe Photoshop
-Adobe Premiere Pro
-Adobe Audition & Audacity
-Photography & Videography
-Teamwork and Collaboration
-Pre-production skills
Our Level 2 students undertake 2 weeks industry placement.
You will be well-prepared to go out into the world of work and to a destination suited to your individual progression.
You will also get to work on live projects with cross-college departments as part of our professional development sessions. We also invite visiting speakers to meet with you and to run specialist workshops.
The Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production provides a good foundation for students to progress on to our Level 3 Creative Media Production & Technology programme (depending upon the final grade, attendance, English & Maths results).
The Level 2 qualification can also form a foundation for entry-level jobs within the creative industries.
What careers can this course lead onto?
-Animator
-Camera Operator
-Runner
-Screen Writer
-Sound Production
Level 2
This is a fast-paced course that provides students with the tools and skills to pursue their passion within creative media production. We make excellent use of our extensive facilities that include:
-Dedicated Media Production suites
-Full access to the Adobe Creative Suite
-Range of cameras, rigs and lighting equipment
-Studio space
-Our 400-acre campus
While it is not necessary to have studied Media you will be asked to provide a portfolio demonstrating your passion within the subject, this may be photography based, video-based or print-based. What we are looking for are students with a love for media production and the enthusiasm to bring their ideas to life.
Uniform: Come as you are, but you will be on location at times, so comfortable shoes/trainers and a warm coat is essential. Be prepared to work in the rain!
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