Our Level 3 course introduces and develops all the key skills needed to gain employment or freelance work in the sectors of film, video and photography. It provides practical, hands-on experience, and is the perfect stepping stone to industry or higher education.

Course Details

You’ll develop practical skills and an understanding of the theory and concepts related to the film, video, and photography industries. Photography lessons cover camera technique, composition, lighting, editing/image manipulation and publication. Film lessons take you through concept, distribution, pre-production, camera, lighting, sound and film/video editing. This is underpinned by essential theoretical and industrial knowledge and understanding.

You’ll also identify progression routes, sharpen the necessary skills, and create professional materials like a CV, website, and portfolio. You’ll be ready for work in the industry as a freelancer or employed, or to pursue further training or education, such as apprenticeships or higher education.

On your Film, Videography and Photography course, you will have access to high-quality cameras, as well as photography studios and media labs featuring professional-level iMac desktop computers fitted with industry-standard software, including the full Adobe Creative Suite.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

This course is internally assessed, meaning and is made up of carefully scheduled projects and coursework that teachers deliver and assess. Projects can involve both individual and group work and are a balance of practical work like photography, edited images, film and video projects; with written reports, slides, and presentations. The final submission of each year is a large creative project where you can choose to focus on techniques, styles and outputs of your choice.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at 4-9 (C-A*) including English.

At your interview, you will need to show relevant film, videography, photography, or media work that showcases your skills and interest in the subject.

Your next steps...

With all the transferable skills you’ll learn on this course, the world really is your oyster. You can head off to University, study a Level 4/5 course or go straight into the world of work.

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