Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice (Adult Course)
This course is suitable for students aged 19 and over.
This course will take your knowledge to the next level, enabling you to prepare and develop a proposal in response to an industry brief using advanced practical, critical and reflective skills.
Based in our £60,000 TV studio, green screen infinity cove and editing suites, you will develop your practical skills, alongside gaining an understanding of the industry, job roles and higher education routes.
When will I start the course and how long will it take?
The course will start in September and will take two years to complete.
This course will take place at our Town Centre Campus, Water Street, St Helens, WA10 1PP.
What will I study?
You will study three units:
- Personal Progression - You will develop an understanding of industry, employment roles and higher education routes and prepare progression materials relevant to your personal aims.
- Creative Industry Response - You will develop advanced practical, critical and reflective skills to plan, prepare and develop a proposal for a response to an industry relevant brief and carry it out from concept to resolution.
- Critical Self-appraisal (optional level 4 unit)
How is it assessed?
This course is assessed internally by highly experienced and skilled creative media tutors, through a practical portfolio of work accompanied by regular academic lessons and assignments. There are no formal exams.
Do I need any previous qualifications to start this course?
You should have four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and/or maths.
What are the course fees?
The course fee is £7,395. You may be eligible for funding depending on your personal circumstances and subject to a fee assessment during the enrolment process. For further details, please visit our financial support pages.
If you are aged 19 or over, you may be able to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover your course fees. An Advanced Learner Loan enables you to study now, pay later. Loan eligibility is not dependent on income or employment status and there is no credit check. Loan repayments do not start until you have finished your course and earn over £25,000 per year. For more information on the Advanced Learner Loan, please visit our dedicated Advanced Learner Loan page.
What can I go on to do once I have completed this course?
Once you have successfully completed this course, you will have the opportunity to progress on to FdSc Media Production at University Centre St Helens, approved by university partner, University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).
Alternatively, you may choose to study a different degree at another university or secure employment in the industry.
Are you
ready to apply?
Simply fill in our online form here.
However, if you still have questions in relation to this course and wish to receive further information, please submit your enquiry here.
Please note, we have taken our utmost care to describe and show course information as accurately as possible. St Helens College reserves the right to amend, remove and add courses in the future. This information cannot be considered contractual and advertised course fees are subject to change.
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