Tel: 0161 908 6800
Option 1 Creative Media
Level 2 Creative Media Production
Bring your ideas to life on screen
This one-year, full-time course is the perfect introduction to the exciting world of media production—no prior experience required. Designed to build your skills and confidence, the course is 100% coursework-based, creating a supportive and accessible environment for creative development.
You’ll gain hands-on experience across a range of formats and genres, including short films, documentaries, TV adverts, and music videos. Whether you’re behind the camera, editing a scene, or pitching your next big idea, you’ll develop a well-rounded understanding of the media production process.
Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to:
- Research and pitch creative ideas that respond to audience needs and industry expectations
- Plan and organise productions through scriptwriting, storyboarding, and scheduling
- Shoot and direct content using professional cameras and cinematography techniques
- Edit and polish your work using industry-standard software such as Adobe Premiere Pro
Our teaching is varied, interactive, and tailored to support all learning styles. You'll be encouraged to experiment, reflect, and grow into a confident, independent media producer.
Your year will culminate in a Final Major Project, allowing you to showcase your creativity and technical skills in a finished piece you’ll be proud to include in your portfolio. By the end of the course, you'll be ready to progress to Level 3 study or take your first steps into the media industry.
Apply now and start turning your ideas into reality.
Option 2 Graphic Design and Game Art
Study Graphic Design and Game Art – Level 2
Start your creative journey with us
Are you passionate about games, characters, and bringing ideas to life through concept designs? Or are you interested in being the next graphic designer, designing logos, layouts and advertisement images? Our Level 2 Graphic Design and Game Art course is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to develop digital skills and take the first step towards a creative career in the games or graphic design industries.
Designed with input from industry professionals, this course prepares you for progression to Level 3 study and introduces you to the wide range of opportunities in games design and graphic design and digital media.
You’ll explore skills in photo manipulation, digital typography, composition and layout design as part of your graphic design work. In game art you’ll learn about character & environment design, and learn about the basics of 3D designs using voxels. We teach this using industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite and MagicaVoxel, in our fully equipped digital suites.
You’ll study three core modules:
- Exploring and Developing Creative Media Skills – Learn the fundamentals of graphic design and game art through skills building workshops and project work.
- Personal Development – Build confidence, set creative goals, and develop the behaviours and mindset needed to thrive in the digital and creative industries.
- Responding to a Creative Brief – Work on an exciting project from concept to outcome, responding to a real-world brief with your own original designs.
Whether you dream of designing games, building immersive worlds, creating advertisement materials or manipulating photos, this course gives you the tools and confidence to experiment, create, and progress.
Apply now to start your journey into graphic design and game art.
Option 3 Photography
Study Photography – Level 2
Start your photographic journey with us
Are you passionate about capturing the world through a lens? Our Level 2 Photography course is the perfect starting point for anyone looking to develop practical skills and take the first step towards a creative career.
This one year full time course is designed with input from industry professionals, this course prepares you for progression to Level 3 study and introduces you to the exciting opportunities within the photography and media industries.
You’ll explore photography using the latest DSLR and mirrorless camera equipment in our fully equipped photo studio, and learn how to edit your work professionally using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
You’ll study three core modules:
- Exploring and Developing Creative Media Skills – Master camera controls, studio lighting, and post-production techniques.
- Personal Development – Build confidence, set goals, and develop the behaviours needed for creative industries.
- Responding to a Creative Brief – Plan and produce your own photographic project to a real-world brief.
Whether you're interested in portraits, fashion, or creative storytelling, this course gives you the foundation to grow, experiment, and progress.
Apply now and take your first step into the creative world of photography.
Your Learning Experience – Creative Media, Photography & Games Design
At the heart of our Creative and Digital department is a hands-on, inspiring learning experience designed to ignite your creativity and prepare you for the next step in your journey.
Whether you’re studying Creative Media, Photography, or Games Design, you’ll work with passionate staff who are experts in their fields and who will challenge you to think differently, experiment boldly, and develop your own unique creative voice.
You’ll have access to industry-standard equipment, including the latest cameras, photo studios, games development tools, editing software, and digital suites. Across all courses, you’ll complete exciting projects that mirror real industry briefs—whether that’s producing a photoshoot, designing game environments, or creating a short film or podcast.
Collaboration is at the core of our approach. You’ll learn how to pitch ideas, give and receive feedback, and respond to creative challenges—building confidence and skills that will support your progression into Level 3 study, apprenticeships, or the creative industries.
With regular input from industry professionals, live client work, and enrichment opportunities, our courses offer more than just qualifications—they’re a launchpad into your future.
Build a path of progression toward your future goals—start your media journey with us.
4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or a Level 1 vocational qualification in the chosen subject
You will be interviewed for this course, should be enthusiastic about working in the Creative Media Production!
How is this course assessed?
Example
This course is assessed through 100% coursework, meaning there are no exams. You will be evaluated based on a range of practical media products that you design, develop, and produce throughout the year.
The programme is structured around four key developmental units:
A1: Portfolio
A2: Creative Media Project
B1: Personal Development
C1: Final Major Project
Each unit offers opportunities to explore your creativity, apply new technical skills, and build a strong foundation in media production. The course is graded at three levels: Pass, Merit, or Distinction, depending on the quality and consistency of your work across all units.
? One of our Level 3 Advanced courses in Creative Studies. ● Other subject areas at Level 3 Advanced. ● Higher level apprenticeships or employment.
Please Note: While every effort is made to maintain the accuracy of these details, changes can and do occur. Please confirm the course details when enrolling.
