Level 3 Two Year Creative Media Production & Technology

Applications Open - Monday 27 October 2025

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 Sheppey 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 Technical 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.

Build the skills to create, produce and shape the content that drives today’s digital world. This course is your gateway into the fast-moving media industry, where creativity and technology come together. Explore a wide range of media specialisms, from video and digital content to editing and production, as you develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed. You’ll experiment across multiple disciplines before building real projects that reflect how the industry works. With the media and digital sectors continuing to grow, this two-year course gives you the flexibility to explore your interests, develop your strengths and move towards a career in one of the most exciting creative industries.

Start thinking like a media professional as you explore how content is planned, created and produced. You’ll develop your skills through a mix of practical projects and theory, building a strong understanding of how the industry operates. Plan and develop your ideas through pre-production, learning how to research, communicate and organise your work before bringing it to life. You’ll then create and refine your content using filming and editing techniques, developing the skills needed to produce professional-quality media. As you progress, you’ll build confidence across a range of media formats, experimenting with different approaches whilst developing your own creative direction. The course is designed to help you explore your interests and prepare for the creative area you want to specialise. You will develop skills in: • Pre-production and planning techniques • Communication skills for media production • Research and idea development • Film and video editing techniques • Creating and refining digital media content • Building a professional portfolio of work Throughout the course, you’ll build a strong portfolio of work that showcases your creativity, technical ability and readiness for your next step. You’ll also gain valuable insight into the creative industries through live briefs, employer engagement and work experience opportunities, helping you understand how your skills can translate into real careers.

You’ll build a strong and varied portfolio throughout the course, developing your work across practical projects and creative assignments. Each unit gives you the chance to experiment, refine your ideas and produce work that reflects professional standards. At the end of each year, you’ll complete a final project, giving you the opportunity to take creative control, develop your personal style and create a body of work that showcases your skills and prepares you for your next step.

To study at Level 3, you will need an average entry score of 5.0 from your best 6 GCSE subjects, ideally including English and Maths. You will also be required to show a portfolio of work when you apply. This could include drawings, digital work or creative projects that demonstrate your interest in media production, animation or visual storytelling. 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 study programme is designed to help you move quickly toward advanced jobs, higher education, or apprenticeship opportunities if you know what you want to do next and meet the entry requirements needed for success.

By the end of your course, you’ll be ready to take your next step into the media industry or continue your studies at a higher level. This course opens the door to a range of career paths, including: • Video production • Content creation • Video editing and post-production • Social media and marketing • Broadcasting • Media production You can progress onto university, higher-level apprenticeships or entry-level roles, using the portfolio you’ve built to move forward with confidence.