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Creative Media Production (Print Media and Communications) Level 3 Extended Diploma

at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education, Southend-On-Sea · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The BTEC Level 3 Diplomas are suited to those who require both vocational and specialist skills in a range of areas. As part of this course you will develop a broad portfolio of print based media products which are all focused around project based assignments. This will include producing newspaper or magazine articles and designs, learning new skills in traditional and digital printing techniques, alongside practical workshops in photography and video skills. You will also develop an understanding of visual communication and design for web. This course aims to give you a taste of what it is like to work in the media industry and ensure that you are setup with the right skills base and portfolio to progress onto University or Employment. This qualification needs strong written and presentation skills. You need to be creative, with the ability to visually and verbally communicate ideas in an interesting and original way.

What you need to get on

Level 2 qualification or GCSEs x 4 at grade 4/C - one to be grade 4/C in ENGLISH OR MATHS dependent on vocational subject to be studied You will be asked to provide evidence of your ability in the subject which could be in the form of a portfolio Successful attendance at interview event

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Southend Campus (Luker Road)

    Luker Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1ND

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · Southend-on-Sea

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