Fancy a career in the media industry? This BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Skills provides an opportunity to learn about digital media content creation in its widest form, including video and audio production, digital editing for video and audio, Podcasting and Social Media Content. Alongside these practical digital skills, you will also develop your organisational, communication and research skills in areas that specifically interest you and develop an understanding of the media industry and how to access it. You will have access to industry-standard, practical resources and software, with the opportunity to develop specialist skills of your own choosing, to a more advanced level.
Liverpool City region has a thriving media hub offering many creative job opportunities across the full spectrum of media industry sectors.
As part of your course, you will gain valuable practical experience, guest talks from industry professionals, external visits, opportunities to gain work experience.
The course focuses on a wide range of practical digital creative media skills, including:
- Video and audio content creation
- Video and audio editing using the Adobe Creative Suite
- Video and audio podcast production
- Online content creation for social media platforms
- Presenting and pitching ideas
- Studio green screen production
Course units/modules:
- Skills Development
- Creative Media Project
- Personal Development
You will need to have 4 GCSE's at Grade 3 or above. One of the 4 GCSE's to be Maths or English at grade 3 (or Functional Skills Level 1) to study at this level.
If you have a beginner/introductory qualification in the subject, you want to study and maths or English GCSE at Grade 3 (or Functional Skill Level 1) you can study at this level.
Entry requirements for Level 2 courses in some sectors may be more specific. If you're unsure whether you meet these requirements, don't worry — we can help you find a suitable course that aligns with your skills and experience.
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
Assessment will take place through a mix of practical and written coursework.
This course is aimed at anyone interested in progressing onto a Level 3 Creative Media course.
You could progress to these Wirral Met courses:
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Starting 8th September 2025 - Ending - 19th June 2026
REF P131R001
If you are aged 16-18:
Free
This study programme is free for students, who are aged 16-18 on 31 August, and students aged 19-24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan.
If you are aged 19 or over:
Did you know that many of our courses are free for students aged 19 and above?
Find out if you are eligible for free funding here, or contact our student service team on 0151 551 7777.
If you are required to pay a fee you may be entitled to an Adult Learner Loan or other financial support. For more information on support available visit Bursaries and Loans. We also allow payment by instalments for some courses.
The fee quoted is for the academic year 24/25.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form