Level 3 Creative Media Practice

You will need 4 GCSE's at grade 4-9 including English Language.

You will be taught through workshop-based sessions that encourage hands on experience of industry standard software and techniques. You will be given industry style creative briefs and work to create a variety of media products. In doing so, you will enhance your theoretical knowledge of codes and conventions used in the media industry, as well developing an understanding of how to tailor media products to reach a clearly defined audience.

You will plan your products, go through a production phase and then complete post-production to fine tune your creations using a range of media software and hardware. You will engage with a diverse selection of media, from advertisement to documentary and creative fictional work.

You may work in a variety of mediums dependent on your creative briefs, which could vary from poster campaigns, to moving image video work, or podcasting and audio projects. Your projects may involve working on location, or within our professional film studio, or radio studios.

GCSE Maths and English are vital stepping stones for your academic and professional journey. Achieving a good grade in these subjects not only fulfils most college entry requirements but also equips you with essential skills critical in almost every field. Whether you're calculating percentages in business, crafting compelling arguments, or simply managing daily tasks, these core subjects enhance your problem-solving and communication abilities, setting a solid foundation for your future studies and career success. Start your college course with confidence by securing these key qualifications.

Placement opportunities are an integral part of our curriculum, designed to bridge the gap between academic studies and the professional world. These experiences enable students to apply theoretical knowledge to real workplace challenges, enhancing their academic learning with practical skills. Tailored to complement your studies, placements are offered in a range of industries, from innovative local startups to leading global corporations.
By actively participating in these structured and supportive environments, students not only observe but also contribute meaningfully to the workings of their chosen field. This hands-on approach boosts confidence and provides a competitive advantage in the job market. The insights and experience gained are often transformative, arming students with the necessary tools for a successful and dynamic career. These opportunities are crafted to ensure you emerge as a well-rounded professional, ready to make significant contributions in your future endeavours.

At Sunderland College our commitment to your future goes beyond the classroom. We are dedicated to providing you with real-world experiences and industry insights that will prepare you not just to enter, but to excel in your chosen field. Here’s how we connect you with the industry:

• Placement Opportunities: Dive into your future career with our hands-on placement opportunities. These are not just work experiences, but gateways to potential employment and invaluable learning. They’re a core part of our courses, offering you a chance to apply academic theories in real-world scenarios.
• Networking Events: Build your professional network early. Our placement and careers fairs are your chance to meet and impress potential employers. These events are designed to help you forge significant industry connections that can enhance your career prospects. Attend talks, engage in discussions, and explore apprenticeship opportunities with employers who are eager to meet fresh talent.
• Expert Insights: Stay ahead of the curve with talks from specialist speakers. These industry leaders share the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the field, giving you the inside track on what to expect and how to thrive.
• Skills Competitions: Showcase your abilities in our exciting skills competitions. Held throughout the academic year, these competitions are not just about winning – they are about learning, growing, and pushing your limits. They offer a fun, competitive environment to enhance what you learn in class and develop essential industry skills.

On this course, you will study modules including:

- Skill Development - You will explore key fundamentals of media practice, learning how skills are integrated and connect to generate developed outcomes.

- Creative Project - You will apply the skills you have been developing throughout the programme to a creative project that demonstrates your ability to self-direct a response to a brief from inception to completed product.

- Personal Progression - You will explore a range of career opportunities, produce valuable materials, and demonstrate specialist skills relating to your goals for personal progression.

- Creative Industry Response - You will focus on advancing your practical, critical and reflective skills to produce work in response to an industry brief.