Media & Photography
This fun and exciting Level 2 course is ideal for recent school leavers and adults alike that are seeking a career in either the media or photography industry. You will learn at our modern Longbridge campus (Bournville College) and have the chance to get involved in exciting projects and work experience opportunities, both within the college and for external organisations. If you are 16-18, you will continue to build your English and maths skills.
You'll gain media production skills, video editing, and interactive media experience within a photography studio. Additionally, you'll develop a broad range of digital skills and an understanding of production processes related to the media products you'll create. The course integrates media concepts, audience research, and industry investigation to support practical learning, enabling you to produce realistic media products.
You will need four GCSEs Grade 3 or above including GCSE English Language.
Successfully completing this course can see you progressing onto Level 3 Filmmaking, Podcasting and Media Production, Level 3 Music Performance or Production or Level 3 Extended Diploma in Photography and Graphics in order to increase your career prospects. Alternatively you could seek entry-level employment.
At South & City College Birmingham, we offer a wide range of courses for most age groups.
School Leavers: For learners who are between the ages of 16 to 18, studies will be free.
Adults: For learners who are aged 19 or over, the cost of study will depend on the course or programme that you choose. Some courses may even be free*. If the course is not free, students aged 19 at the start of their programme who wish to study need to either pay their course fees, or take out an Advanced Learning Loan.
*Eligibility criteria applies. There may be an exception for students aged 19 or over that are taking their first full Level 3 qualifications (equivalent to A Levels and Access to HE Diplomas), who could be supported by the Learner Support Fund, or free adult course funded by the WMCA. To find out what financial support is available to you or whether your course is free, call our friendly admissions team on 0121 694 5000 during office hours, or email us via: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk, we look forward to hearing from you.
Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters
Higher Education: If you are planning to undertake one of our Higher Education courses you can apply for a loan with Student Finance England, or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan with the college to support towards your course fees. Adults may be eligible for FREE tuition through the WMCA's free courses for jobs offer.
Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters
Enquire via our website today to chat to one of our Admissions team and make your right choice with South and City College Birmingham. Whatever your passion, we are here to help you land on your dream career path. Email: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk to find out what financial support is available. With various funds, loans and bursaries on offer, we may be able to help with travel expenses & childcare costs.
The course involves a combination of hands-on practical and theory based learning.
Is this course free?
