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Course areas
Media, Digital and PhotographyT Levels
Student type
16 - 18 courses
Course type
Full-time Further Education course
Course level
Level 3
Start date
Tuesday 1st September 2026
Location
City Hub 111 Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7HB
Course code
Parent course code:C055766 Child course code: Q055767
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Course introduction

As a T Level combines academic theory with practical skills, it is seen as more of an academic route than an apprenticeship, but more practical than A Levels. It provides the perfect mix to progress onto skilled employment, higher level apprenticeships or higher education (university).

During the 2 years the course gives you the opportunity to learn core principles of the media industry and essential theories, alongside developing your professional and technical skills. This will be balanced with practical work in our studios and creative classrooms to build further technical skills. You will get the chance to work in two forms of media including, but not limited to, moving/still image, audio and written word. This will allow you to specialise in your area of interest within the Content Creation and Media Production sector and study topics such as: 

 You will specialise in: 

  • Generating ideas for content development for different platforms 
  • Planning the production of the required content for different platforms (including but not exclusive to moving/still image, audio and written word). 
  • Creating and delivering the required content for the chosen platforms and/or venues (including but not exclusive to moving/still image, audio and written word) coordinating with others where appropriate 
  • Evaluating the extent to which the content and plan meet objectives taking on board feedback. 

Employer-set project

As part of the course you will complete a creative industry project brief, culminating in a substantial piece of work, in which you will develop, apply and demonstrate the following skills:

  • Undertaking research
  • Generating ideas
  • Communicating ideas
  • Developing ideas
  • Working collaboratively with others
  • Reflective practice

Across the two years, you will complete an exciting 45-day (315 hours) placement with a reputable employer.

This is a unique opportunity that helps to prepare you for your future by:

  • Giving you experience at an external business
  • Enhancing your technical skills ready to take into the workplace
  • Creating relationships with employers that could result in an apprenticeship or employment.

Course information

2 years

T Level Technical Qualification in Media, Broadcast and Production

You need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English, Maths and a Art/Design or Media based subject at grade 5.

This course is for students aged 16-18 only.

You will be assessed through examinations, applied and practical assessments in class and through a project set by your employer.

Upon completion you will be awarded an overall grade (Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*). 

A T Level is a nationally recognised qualification and your certificate will reflect this and will display your overall grade.

The certificate will also explain your grade from A* to E for the core component and any occupational specialisms you will receive a Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*.

You may wish to progress to university after your T Level or seek employment in industry.

Students aged 16-18 don't have to pay tuition fees.

If you are an EU/EEA or Swiss National, please visit our EU Settled Status scheme page for more information.

Careers related to this course

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Newspaper, Periodical and Broadcast Editors

Potential Earnings

£63,516.89

Average Earnings

£34,922.94

Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).

Pathways

Media, Publishing and Information Services

People in these occupations produce, publish, and release media and provide library, archive, curation, and information services.

Skills

Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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