Creative Design Industries
Digital Media Level 1 Introductory Diploma (September2026 Start)
Start Date: 01/09/2026
End Date: 24/06/2027
Site: College Main Site
Course Overview
The course is designed to provide students who are intrigued and motivated
by creative media with opportunities to explore, develop and test their
creativity. The qualification draws upon established approaches to teaching,
learning and assessment that are successfully proven to appeal to and engage
students seeking practical study over a more academic study route. You will get
to explore and experiment creatively in many different areas including Film
making, script writing and video editing.
Work Experience & Industry Placements
You will have the opportunity to take part in work experience or
work-related activity through working on real art and design briefs for local
employers, charities and community groups.
Qualification Gained
Pearson BTEC L1 Intro Diploma in Digital Media.
After The Course
After successful completion of this study programme you can progress onto
the Level 2 Creative Media.
What Will I Learn
You will gain a broad understanding to enable you to successfully progress
onto the Level 2 programme. A typical week will include a mixture of fun
practical and theory lessons focusing on a range of subject content related to
creative media with support from your lecturer and working alongside others on
your course. This will include workshops covering the use of various materials,
processes and techniques used by content creators and film makers. You will then
apply this learning to set assignments and take your ideas and creativity in
your own direction.
English And Maths
You will need to complete English & Maths whilst completing the
qualification if you have not already achieved this at level 2.
Our Lecturers
Your lecturers are specialists in developing your skills to progress to
your next level - most continue to work in the Creative Industries
themselves!
Teaching Learning and Assessment
Through classroom-based activities and practical Creative Media workshops
and experiences supplemented by trips and employer-based projects from industry
leaders.
Tutorials
Tutors will be available throughout your course at Yeovil
College.
Course Expenses
£100 including specific workshop materials.
Required Experience
No previous experience is needed.
How To Apply
You can apply online using the college website.