Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice

This two year programme provides you with the opportunity to develop and enhance your understanding, knowledge and skills that underpin study for becoming a practitioner in the creative media sector. This qualification gives learners experience of the breadth and depth of the sector to prepare them for further study or training.

You will study exciting practical and theoretical modules within a broad range of Creative Media related fields, all while developing transferable and higher-order skills necessary to progress to Higher Education programmes of study or employment.

The programme is targeted at students who want to enhance their academic profile through the completion of an A-Level equivalent programme, have an interest or passion for the Creative Media industry and its related fields and who wish to develop their personal skills sets and confidence.

Numeracy and Literacy qualifications (for those that require them) are an integral part of the course.

The Extended Diploma, equivalent to three ‘A' Levels, is a two-year, full-time course designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to progress to degree level study or employment in the media sector.

It provides an opportunity for those who have an interest in media to explore, develop and test their creativity within a qualification structure that is stimulating and demanding and provides a supportive transition from general to more specialised study.   On successful completion of the first year, you will 'top-up' by studying for additional units which will give you the full Extended Diploma. 

You will work on a variety of exciting projects developing new programmes for TV or Radio, creating content for use in social media applications, designing print and promotional material, using digital SLRs to photograph on location or in the studio.  

You will also acquire the essential knowledge and tools for the world of work in Media by developing transferable skills such as planning, research and analysis, working with others and effective communication. 

This course will be timetabled for 15 hours of vocational classes.

You will also work towards a Personal Development qualification and will be involved in a range of activities designed to improve your employability.