Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology
at North Hertfordshire College, Stevenage · college
What the college says
Our creative arts courses include lots of opportunities for you to get hands-on experience in the world of work, including:Work experience with businesses like Clothes Show Live, The Royal Opera House, Kingdom Creative, The Wine Society, Herts For Learning and the National Youth TheatreDesigning and making large-scale installation workPartaking in the annual in-house fashion show, exhibitions and performancesOpportunities to work on collaborative projects across creative arts and other course areasYou will access inspirational teaching sessions and examine all aspects of the industry. You will complete work-based projects working with employers and the local community.Skills you will learn include single and multi-camera techniques, lighting techniques, editing and post production, audio production, cinematography, market research, critical reflection, show reel and film theory.Our courses are awarded by University of Arts London and, as a level 3 student, you will have the opportunity to apply for their Insight Programme in London over the holiday periods.
What you need to get on
Four GCSEs at grade C or above including English; or, Four GSCEs at grade C or above, plus functional skills level 1 English; A level 2 qualification in a relevant subject area, passed with a merit or distinction grade - plus English GCSE grade C or above, or functional skills level 2 English.
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
Hitchin Centre
Cambridge Road, HITCHIN, SG4 0JD
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · HITCHIN
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