Media Production is a practical and creative course that introduces students to the world of digital media through hands-on projects and industry-relevant assignments. This qualification is ideal for students who enjoy working with video, photography, and digital tools, and who want to explore how media content is created, distributed, and consumed in the modern world.

What will you study?

Students follow the Edexcel/Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Creative Digital Media Production, which includes:

• Unit 1: Media Representations – externally assessed exam exploring how media texts represent people, places, and events
• Unit 4: Pre-production Portfolio – internally assessed coursework focused on planning and preparing for media production
• Unit 8: Responding to a Commission – externally assessed assignment based on a real-world brief
• Unit 10: Film Production (Fiction) – internally assessed coursework involving the creation of a short film

Assessment

Assessment is a combination of internal and external components:

• 2 externally assessed units (exam and controlled assignment)
• 2 internally assessed coursework units

The course is equivalent to one A Level and is completed over two years.

Entry requirements

To study Media Production, students should have:

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 9–4 (or equivalent)
• A Grade 4 in English Language is recommended

Enrichment opportunities

Students benefit from a range of enrichment activities, including:

• Access to professional-grade cameras, editing software, and studio space
• Opportunities to work on real-world media briefs
• Trips to media-related venues and events
• Guest speakers from the media and creative industries

These experiences help students apply their learning in practical contexts and develop broader skills in creativity, communication, and project management.

Progression and careers

Studying Media Production opens doors to a wide range of university courses and career pathways, including:

• Film Production, Media Studies, Journalism, and Digital Marketing
• Transferable skills in storytelling, editing, and visual communication

This qualification is highly regarded in the creative industries and supports progression into both higher education and employment.

“I chose Media Production because of my interest in the film and media industry. I wanted to gain knowledge of the different parts of a production and how the media works on a deeper level. I enjoy learning about the terminology and how media influences people. The practical side of the course is really engaging.”
— Sneha Anil