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 creating the content you see every day. From radio and TV scripts to magazines and digital platforms, this course is your introduction to how stories are told across the modern media landscape. You’ll explore how ideas become real media products and learn how to plan, create and produce content across a range of formats. Whether you’re interested in presenting, filming, editing or designing, this course helps you build the skills and confidence to get started. Designed as a starting point, this course gives you a strong foundation in media production and a portfolio of work that prepares you to progress onto a Level 3 course and continue your journey into the creative industries. 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 working like a content creator as you explore how media products are made. Plan your own ideas, develop storyboards and bring them to life across print, audio and video. You’ll step into the studio and get hands-on with industry equipment as you record radio shows and podcasts, operate cameras and audio gear, learning how to capture professional-quality content. Become familiar with using digital software as you edit and refine your work, shaping your content through post-production to create polished final pieces. Throughout this course you’ll build confidence in how to tell stories that engage and connect with an audience. You will develop skills in: • Creating magazine and print designs • Recording and editing radio shows and podcasts • Using TV studio, video and audio equipment • Post-production and editing techniques • Storyboarding and developing media 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.

I have at least four GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including Maths and English, and I know what I want to be.

This course is designed to prepare you for your next step. After completing Level 2, you can progress onto a Level 3 course in Creative Media Production or another creative subject, 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 TV production • Radio and podcasting • Journalism • Content creation • Video editing • Digital media 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, freelance videographer or junior editor.