UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology – Media

Course code: RFWM100P

Subject area: Media

Study level: School Leaver

Course level: 3

Course details

9:00am - 5:00pm

Monday to Friday

6th Sep 2021 - 1st Jul 2022

Witney Campus

Contact details

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

01993 703464

The Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production is a one year programme that is 100% coursework based. On successful completion of this, you can progress to the Extended Diploma in year 2 which will give you a UAL qualification equivalent to three A levels, which is well recognised by employers and universities.

All aged 16-18 students have the benefit of following the ‘Futures’ programme which is an innovative approach to curriculum design that ensures our students not only graduate with a high quality vocational qualification but also develop the key transferable skills that employers and higher education institutions demand. Skills such as communication, teamwork, leadership, decision-making and enterprise skills are integrated and promoted. In addition, Futures students benefit from work experience, core tutorials, enrichment and skills development and/or qualifications in English and maths.

During this exciting, practical and fast-paced course you will undertake a number of projects which develop your skills and techniques, you will apply this at the end of each year for your Final Major Project, which will determine your course grade. Projects to be undertaken include: Media Skills, Music Video, Factual Production, Single Camera Production, Multi-camera Production and Specialist Study.

There are a number of collaborations that you will be involved in such as producing props with art students, audio with music technology students, sourcing performers for your projects and having the opportunity to respond to live briefs for real clients both internal and external to the college. To enable you to meet these demands we are extremely well resourced with professional HD cameras, edit suites, a radio studio and a television studio.

By the end of this course, as well as the qualification you will have developed an extensive portfolio of professional work, which will help you be ready for your next steps, whether it be university or employment in the medisa industries.

Diploma (1 Year)
Unit 1: Introduction to media processes and technical skills
Unit 2: Introduction to design and research skills in creative media production
Unit 3: Introduction to professional practice in creative media production
Unit 4: Critical and contextual awareness in creative media production
Unit 5: Investigating audio production and technology
Unit 6: Investigating visual production and technology
Unit 7: Investigating interactive production and technology
Unit 8: Developing a creative media production project

Extended Diploma (2 Years)
Unit 10: Engaging with an audience in creative media production
Unit 9: Characteristics and contexts in creative media production
Unit 11: Preparing for progression in creative media production
Unit 12: Specialist study in creative media production
Unit 13: Extended project in creative media production
The Level 3 Diploma is equivalent to 1.5 A Levels and this qualification carries UCAS points.
The Level 3 Extended Diploma is equivalent to 3 A Levels which will qualify you for entry into either university or employment in the media industry. You can also progress onto our Level 4 Audio & Visual Production course.
5 GCSEs at grade C/4 and above including English and usually maths. Successful interview.
OR
Level 2 Diploma at Merit or above including GCSE English and usually maths. Successful interview.

Bring to interview:
An example of media and/or creative work - this could be a combination of school and independent work.
A film/game review of your choice of around 250 words. This can be emailed in advance or bring a copy with you. Most recent school report.
There is a course consumable fee of £100 payable at enrolment which covers a media kit and masterclasses. You may be eligible for a bursary to help towards this cost.
Day trips will be offered as part of the programme and these can be paid for separately on Wisepay.

There is also an optional residential trip costing approx. £350 (this cost is given for guidance only).


Due to COVID-19 we are not currently planning any trips as part of your course. If we are able to organise trips during your course, the cost of these will be communicated to you at the time. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate. Bursaries may also available to cover the cost of some trips.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course cost, call 01235 216 298 for more information.

The 19+ full fee button displays the full fee that may apply, the rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. Also see the Course Fees & Finance page by searching Fees and bursaries link at the top of the screen.

16 - 18 Fee

Tuition Fee: £0.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Kit / Clothing: £65.00
Materials: £35.00

Total Cost: £100.00


19+ Fee

Tuition Fee: £7,395.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Kit / Clothing: £65.00
Materials: £35.00

Total Cost: £7,495.00


19+ Reduced Fee

Tuition Fee: £0.00
Exam Fee: £0.00
Kit / Clothing: £65.00
Materials: £35.00

Total Cost: £100.00

UAL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology (1 Year)
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology (2 Years)
100% coursework through projects that are externally moderated.
Any re-takes of a maths or English qualification will be assessed through external exams.