Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production

Applications Open - Monday 2nd November 2026

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply – Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Canterbury College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Step into the world of media and start exploring where your creativity could take you. From film and photography to audio, design and digital content, this course gives you the chance to explore a wide variety of creative media specialisms. Learn how ideas develop into high-quality content pieces for different platforms. Whether you’re interested in video, sound, design or storytelling, this course helps you build skills, confidence and a clearer idea of where you want to go next. Designed as an introduction, it’s the perfect way to develop your creative skills and prepare for progression onto a Level 3 course in media, film, games or another specialist area. This course is suitable for students who have achieved a 4/C grade in English and Maths. If you have not yet achieved this grade you will need to complete the course over two years. This provides you with additional time to achieve a Level 2 in English and/or Maths, with additional trips, activities, employer engagement opportunities.

Start exploring the different areas of media production as you create content across a range of formats. You’ll experiment with video, photography, audio and design, building confidence as you discover what you enjoy most. Get hands-on with industry-standard equipment as you film, record and edit your own work. From capturing footage and sound to shaping your final piece in post-production, you’ll learn how media products come together from start to finish. Develop your ideas through research and planning, learning how to take a concept and turn it into a finished outcome. You’ll also explore the theory behind media, helping you understand how and why content connects with audiences. You will develop skills in: • Film creation and cinematography • Audio production and sound recording • Photography and image-making • Print and digital design • Media production processes • Research and developing creative ideas Gain real insight into the industry through mentorship, hands-on experience and professional exposure. Throughout the year, you’ll build a portfolio that shows your progress, creativity and potential, helping you take the next step onto a Level 3 course.

You will be assessed through multiple projects that will build your creative skills. You will develop and workshop ideas during group projects, presentations and written assignments, whilst also showcasing the skills you’ve learnt within practical production work. You’ll build an impressive portfolio throughout the course, with each project giving you the chance to experiment and refine skills that meet real industry standards. At the end of the course, you will also complete a Final Major Project. this is your opportunity to take creative control and develop a project you’re passionate about. You will be tasked with producing a standout piece of work that showcases your skills, ideas and readiness for the next step in your creative journey.

This programme is designed to help you move toward a Level 3 qualification, which can lead to advanced jobs or apprenticeships. You can finish with a Level 2 qualification and get a skilled job at the end of the course but progressing to Level 3 will give you more career choices and improve your future earning potential. It also opens doors to further studies, like Higher Education and Higher or Degree Apprenticeships. These can lead you from advanced technician or supervisor roles at Level 3 to management or professional status as you continue studying. To join this programme, you'll need the equivalent of 4 GCSEs at grade 3, ideally including English and maths. You will also be required to show a portfolio of work when you apply. In instances where little or no portfolio and/or performance experience is shown, we will guide you towards the best course to help you build your portfolio and develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed at higher levels.

This course is designed to prepare you for your next step. After completing Level 2, you can progress onto a Level 3 course in a specialist area such as media production, film and TV, games design or animation, where you’ll develop more advanced skills and begin shaping your career direction. You could go on to explore careers in areas such as: • Film and video production • Photography • Audio and sound production • Graphic and digital design • Content creation • Media and communications You may also decide to step straight into an entry-level job or freelance in the creative sector. Entry-level roles could include studio assistant, photographer or junior editor.