BTEC Media Production
Overview
Step behind the scenes of the creative industries with the BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Creative Digital Media Production. This course is perfect for students who want to explore storytelling, design, and digital creativity in a hands-on, practical way.
Topics studied in the syllabus include:
- Media Representations – Analyse how media portrays people, places, and events (exam)
- Pre-Production Portfolio – Plan and prepare for a media project (coursework)
- Responding to a Commission – Create a media product based on a real-world brief
- Optional Unit – Chosen by the Head of Media to suit student interests
Why choose this course?
If you're creative, tech-savvy, and interested in how media shapes the world, this course is for you. You’ll build a portfolio of work, develop industry-relevant skills, and gain experience in everything from planning to production.
Potential future pathways:
This course is a great foundation for careers and degrees in:
- Film & TV Production, Journalism, and Broadcasting
- Animation, Scriptwriting, and Game Design
- Advertising, Marketing, and Digital Media
Extra-Curricular Opportunities:
- Access to industry-standard software and equipment
- Opportunities to work on real commissions and creative briefs
- Media trips, guest speakers, and creative showcases