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Media

at Lipson Co-Operative Academy, Plymouth · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

BTEC Nat Foundation Diploma. Students studying Media advance their knowledge of the media market and gain the skills required for a career in the industry. The specialist units support students who want to pursue specific areas of interest in writing, publishing, broadcast media and gaming. Overall, candidates develop an excellent all-round understanding of the challenges and rewards of a career in media.

What you need to get on

GCSE or Level 2 Qualification in Media or another Creative Subject - Art/Drama. 5 GCSE's at Level4 or above including 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

  • Lipson Co-operative Academy

    Bernice Terrace, Plymouth, PL4 7PG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Plymouth

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