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Creative Media Practice: Digital Publishing (BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma)

Course Overview

Entry requirements

GCSE Average Points Score: 3.50, Grade 4 English Language GCSE, Grade 4 Maths GCSE, 5 GCSEs at Grade 4

Course information

Course Information:

We live online—and so does the media industry. This course is perfect for anyone who wants to be part of shaping the content people scroll, swipe and share every day. You’ll explore how digital publishing powers websites, online magazines, social media, advertising, and more.

You’ll learn how to design pages, write for digital, edit images, build websites, and create online content that grabs attention. From journalism and web design to digital layout and advertising—you’ll get the skills to stand out in a fast-moving industry.

What to expect:

  • Hands-on projects using pro software for design, layout, photo editing and web creation
  • Real-world briefs to create digital content that works across platforms
  • Exclusive access to workshops, masterclasses, work experience and mentoring opportunities thanks to our links with our industry partners
  • Build a strong digital portfolio to impress employers or uni admissions
  • Learn in well-equipped studios with expert tutors from the creative industries
  • Teamwork, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills built in
  • Full access to our Adobe Creative Cloud apps—including Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design, Premiere Pro and more—at college and at home, so you can keep creating anytime, anywhere.

No exams! This full-time BTEC is equivalent to 3 A-levels and is focused entirely on practical, creative projects.

Whether you want to be a digital designer, content creator, online editor, or web developer—this course helps you get there.

  • How you are assessed

    100% Coursework, including practical/written assessments.

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What Can This Course Lead To

Higher Education

  • Progress to university to study Digital Media, Publishing, Graphic Design, Web Design, Advertising, or Journalism
  • Apply to creative arts universities or digital-focused degree courses (e.g. UAL and Ravensbourne)
  • Use your digital portfolio to stand out in competitive creative and media courses

Industry & Creative Careers

  • Entry-level roles in digital publishing, online journalism, social media, content creation, or advertising
  • Freelance work as a digital graphic artist, content editor or in web design
  • Launch your own blog, online magazine, or creative brand
  • Explore digital apprenticeships in marketing, design, or web development

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Facilities for Students

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Financial Support

There are several ways we can help you cover the cost of your studies.

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