University of Derby

Creative Media Skills Level 2 BTEC

University of DerbyBuxton Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Kickstart your creative career – prepare for Level 3 study, apprenticeships, or a wide range of media jobs. Learn by doing – hands-on projects in film, photography, games, sound, graphics, and interactive media. Find your passion – explore different media areas before specialising in the one you love.

Work with pro equipment – cameras, recording devices, editing software, and specialist Mac suites at our Buxton Campus Get industry insight – trips, guest speakers, workshops, and local work experience opportunities. Showcase your talent – present your work in exhibitions, community arts events, and real client projects.

Key highlights

  • Hands-on projects in film, photography, games, sound and graphics
  • Explore several media areas before specialising in one
  • Professional cameras, recording devices and specialist Mac editing suites
  • Industry trips, guest speakers, workshops and local work experience
  • Showcase work at exhibitions, community arts events and client projects
  • Prepares students for Level 3 study or apprenticeships

Scholarships

  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Talented Athlete Award

    Please contact the provider.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Media production assistant
  • Junior photographer
  • Junior graphic designer
  • Sound assistant
  • Video editing assistant
  • Creative media apprentice

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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