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UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology
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Overview
Ready to take the next step towards a career in the media industry?
The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production will help you develop the skills and experience needed to stand out. From graphic design, digital filmmaking and content creation, you’ll explore a range of creative media disciplines. You’ll work with industry-standard software and have access to our video recording studio.
We encourage real-world, client-based projects to help you gain hands-on experience and build an impressive portfolio. With expert guidance from experienced staff, you’ll refine your skills and techniques and explore the next steps in your career—whether that’s university, an apprenticeship or stepping straight into the creative media industry.
Don’t just dream about a career in media—make it happen! Apply today.
How you’ll learn
Subjects you may study include:
Graphic Design
Photography and Digital Imaging Techniques
Film, Video and Audio Editing
Digital Illustration
3D Modelling
Music Video Production
Extended Final Major Project
Entry and progression
What you need and where it leads
- Entry requirements
- This course Level 3
- Further study
Entry requirements
At least 5 GCSEs at grade 9-4 or A*-C including English, Maths and ideally Art, Media or IT Level 2 qualification, but this is subject to discussion at your interview. On achievement of the Diploma you are able to progress to the Extended Diploma.
Not sure you meet these? Talk to us and we will help you find the right starting point.
Careers it can lead to
- Photographers, Audio-visual and Broadcasting Equipment Operators £27,800 a year
- TV, Video and Audio Servicers and Repairers £30,900 a year
- Computer System and Equipment Installers and Servicers £33,600 a year
- IT User Support Technicians £30,200 a year
See all 12 careers
- IT Operations Technicians £33,400 a year
- Library Clerks and Assistants £25,800 a year
With further study or experience
- IT Project Managers £51,100 a year
- Information Technology Directors £86,200 a year
- Graphic and Multimedia Designers £26,400 a year
- Information Technology Professionals £44,400 a year
- IT Managers £50,600 a year
- IT Network Professionals £42,200 a year
Typical pay is the UK median for each job (Lightcast, October 2026).
For parents and carers
Supporting your child’s journey
A Friendly, Welcoming Place
Students are often surprised by how friendly and welcoming college is. It's a supportive community where they'll build genuine friendships and feel part of something.
About student lifeLearning Support
If your child has additional learning needs, our support team works with them from day one. Adjustments are put in place early so they can get the most out of their course.
About learning supportGCSE Support Built In
If your child needs to resit GCSE English or Maths, it's built into the timetable, not bolted on as an extra. They'll get structured support alongside their main course.
Learn moreQualifications That Count
These are nationally recognised qualifications with real academic weight. Your child will develop practical skills and knowledge that employers and universities genuinely value.
Your next step
Apply now, come and see us first, or ask us anything.
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Ask us about the course, entry requirements or funding.
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What happens after you apply
1
You apply
Apply online and you’ll get a confirmation email.
2
You meet your tutor
We’ll invite you to an interview to talk through the course and your plans, and make sure it’s right for you.
3
You get an offer
We’ll email you a conditional or unconditional offer.
4
You get ready to start
Come to a taster session in the summer, then enrol in August, bringing your results.