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Course Overview

BTEC Digital and Film Production is the perfect course for aspiring filmmakers and creatives who want to dive into the exciting world of media production. You’ll explore the art of filmmaking by developing your own practical projects—writing, filming, editing, and producing original content using industry-standard cameras, software, and our state-of-the-art production studio. Alongside hands-on experience, you’ll gain insight into how the film and TV industry works, including emerging trends and technologies.  

 

You’ll also have the opportunity to pitch and present your ideas, collaborate in production teams, and take part in work experience and enterprise projects. This course equips you with the creative, technical, and professional skills that universities, film schools, and employers are looking for, setting you up for success in a rapidly evolving industry. 

Qualifications Available

BTEC Extended Certificate (equivalent to 1 A-Level)

ASSESSMENT

  • External Assessment: 33%,
  • Coursework: 67%
  • Awarding body: Pearson 

COURSE CONTENT

  • Unit 10 – Film Production (Fiction) 
  • Unit 20 – Single Camera Production 
  • Unit 35 – Multi Camera Production 
  • Unit 36 – Lighting Techniques 
  • Unit 3 – Digital Media Skills (External Exam) 

BEGIN – IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR ME?

This course is ideal for students who love storytelling, creativity, and visual communication. You don’t need prior filmmaking experience, but you should be curious about cinema, TV, or digital media, and interested in how stories are told on screen. A willingness to collaborate, experiment with new ideas, and develop technical skills in camera work, editing, and scriptwriting will help you thrive. 

BELONG – WHY STUDY THIS WITH US?

You’ll gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and software, working on a variety of projects linked to real-world film and video production. Our skilled tutors, with professional backgrounds in film, TV, and media, create a collaborative and inspiring learning environment. Alongside peers, you’ll develop skills across all stages of production, from filming to post-production editing, while building a professional portfolio to showcase your work. 

BEYOND – WHERE CAN THIS COURSE TAKE ME?

Graduates of this course progress onto university, apprenticeships, or directly into the creative industries. Many move into roles such as director, editor, camera operator, or content creator, while others pursue freelance and independent projects. The skills you’ll develop—creative thinking, technical expertise, teamwork, and project management—are highly transferable and valued across the creative sector, giving you a strong springboard for your future in film and media  

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