Creative Media Production - Level 1 (UAL Diploma)

Brand new for September 2026, this exciting new addition to our Creative Arts provision will offer you an introduction to media, enabling you to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and understanding to progress to further education or employment within the creative industry.

Our Level 1 Creative Media Production is for students with a keen interest in media. The course will help you to develop effective working practises which will support your creativity to flow with fantastic activities that you can apply your skills to!

What forms of media will I take part in on this course?

You will create a portfolio evidencing the activities you complete across the course. This could be in the form of: sketchbook drawings, storyboards, designs for radio and podcast, digital recordings, film creation, media camerawork, digital editing, photos, objects, print-based media, lens-based media (photography), film and games design, digital media.

What will I learn on this course?

• An introduction to the materials and processes used in creative media.
• To show your own personal strengths in media.
• The skills necessary to record and express your ideas.

You'll also be able to develop broader transferable skills, such as:
* Communication
* Creative thinking
* Effective participation
* Initiative (taking care of your own ideas)
* Reflection

While there are no grade entry requirements for our Level 1 programmes, you will be expected to show:

• A good attitude towards learning and a willingness to progress, including in English and Maths (if applicable)
• A keen interest in the subject and a commitment to working hard.

You will be invited to an information session and applicant experience day (if you have been offered a place before May) before you start your course to help ensure that this is the best course for you.

Following successful completion of this course and, meeting any other entry requirements necessary, you could consider:
* Level 2 Creative Media
* Level 2 Art and Design
* Level 2 Photography