Media: Creative Media Technician Level 3 T Level (FMED)

Creative Media Technician T Level course blends theoretical knowledge with hands-on skills in media production. This course is perfect for aspiring filmmakers, visual artists and media producers, teaching you the latest virtual production and special effects techniques used in today's film industry. You will gain fundament skills and understanding of media related subjects, such a media legislation and compliance, which will help to propel you comfortably into the ever-evolving industry. You will access our state-of-the-art facilities to gain technical skills, alongside professional development through 45-day industry placement.

Course themes

• Principles of film/video
• Technical skill development including filming and editing, cameras, microphones and software
• Fundamental theoretical knowledge of the media industry
• Virtual production
• Motion graphics
• Minimum of 45-day industry placement

You will be assessed on your theoretical and practical work throughout the course, as well as two exams in Year 1, and a practical exam in Year 2.

In addition, you must complete an industry placement, lasting a minimum of 315 hours (45-days)

• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths OR Level 2 T Level Foundation in Creative Media Production.

On successful completion of the 2-year course you could progress onto to studying a Level 4 or above media related course within Barnsley College University Centre or at another Higher Education Institute.