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Graphic Design & Digital Communication Extended Diploma L3

at The Manchester College, Manchester · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This course has been co-developed and designed with our industry partners and is one of our Industry Excellence Academy programmes. This means that you will be working with industry specialists including Creative Cow, giving you consistent opportunities to learn the skills required to work in the creative and digital sector. Creative Cow are an independent creative agency based in The Sharp Project, and during your time on the course you will have the opportunity to be exposed to a large range live briefs and projects that reflect the work that the industry is working on right now. Through this course you will learn skills to help you specialise in graphic design and communication, including areas like print design, digital design, branding, motion graphics, UX design & social media campaigns. We've put employment-focused skills at the heart of the course so you can confidently apply for creative and production jobs straight after leaving College. You’ll undertake employability sessions as part of your programme of study and work towards increasing your soft skills in order to make you more employable. You will also be required to complete a work placement of at least 35 hours and will have the opportunity to interview for the extended work placement of 315 hours. This could see you working with Creative Cow or with one of our other employer partners.

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

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

  • City Campus Manchester

    City Campus Manchester 60 Great Ducie Street, Manchester, M3 1PT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Manchester

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