Creative Media Production and Technology – Level 2

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Length 35 weeks
Study Full-Time
Location Carlisle College

Qualification Gained

Level 2 UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology

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More about the course

Are you creative with a passion for media and filmmaking and looking for an opportunity to progress in the subject?

This UAL course provides an opportunity for those who have an interest in media to explore, develop and test their creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating and demanding and provides a supportive transition from general to more specialised study

You won’t just learn the skills to pass the course, you will also learn creativity, storytelling, communication, leadership, empathy, emotional intelligence, and the ability to rapidly learn new skills.

This flexible course allows you to learn how to experiment, embrace failure as part of the creative progress, learn what you are passionate about, and develop that in a direction of your choosing. You will develop the essential soft skills that will help in any career you choose, such as teamworking skills, leadership, communication and public speaking.

This is a filmmaking course, and you will make at least 5 media productions in the first year alone. Most of the work is through independent research (supported by your tutor), practical experimentation and self-evaluation.

You will be taught by highly experienced and qualified tutors who have all worked within the media industry. There will also be opportunities to work on music or performing arts shows, as well as with external clients.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or above, including English and maths

Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.

What will I achieve?

On successful completion of this course you will achieve a Level 2 UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology.

What will I learn?

Introduction to media processes and technical skills
Introduction to design and research skills in creative media production
Introduction to professional practice in creative media production
Critical and contextual awareness in creative media production
Investigating audio production and technology
Investigating visual production and technology
Investigating interactive production and technology
Developing a creative media production project

How is the course taught?

Lectures
Practical workshops
Independent learning
One-to-one tutorials
Self-directed projects

How am I assessed?

Research
Planning
Presentation
Online blogs
Practical assessment

Work experience opportunities

We regularly host guest lecture talks with visiting speakers. In addition to this, we also provide you with an opportunity to undertake weekly work experience lessons and help you secure placements and live briefs with local businesses.

English and Maths

English and maths skills are vital in media. From conducting research and developing stories, to using measurements and percentages to set up digital projects to the correct size and resolution. We embed these into your course to ensure you have every opportunity to enhance your skills.

If you have not yet achieved a grade 4 GCSE in English and/or maths, we will support you to achieve these as part of your programme.

Where can I progress?

On successful completion of this course, you can progress onto the Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology, a different Level 3 course, or if you are over the age of 18, you can move onto full-time employment.

Course Costs

If you are aged 16-18 when you begin your course you are likely to be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found within the financial support section.