UAL Level 3 Diploma & Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology (Content Creation With Esports)
at Cambridge Regional College, Cambridge · college
What the college says
Two pathways. One course. Your lane. If you’re passionate about producing innovative, high-quality content that reaches diverse audiences across digital platforms, this course is for you. Whether you want to be behind the camera, in front of it, or both, you’ll gain the creative and technical skills to thrive in a fast-evolving media landscape. Short-form and live content are mainstream. We’ll teach you to plan, produce and distribute work people actually watch, for clients, communities, or your own brand. Pick your path (you can switch focus as you find your voice). Pathway A Content Creation (Core) For creators in any niche (music, sport, fashion, education, charities, local business, events and more). Make short-form and long-form videos, podcasts and graphics. Build a personal brand or deliver client briefs. Use analytics to grow audiences with ethical, brand-safe strategies. Pathway B Esports Production (Optional) For those who want live broadcasts and highlighted work. Stream competitive matches, cut replays, produce promos, and write reviews. Crew live shows (producer/caster/OBS), run team socials, support events. Insights into how the esports industry works and where the jobs are. Optional team play: join tournaments if you keep 95%+ attendance and stay up to date with coursework.
What you need to get on
You should be at least 16 years of age A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, or a Merit at UAL L2 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology, or Level 2 BTEC Extended Diploma or equivalent
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
Cambridge Regional College
Science Park Campus, King Hedges Road King Hedges Road, Cambridge, CB4 2QT
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Cambridge
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