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About the course
Are you a creative individual who is curious about the world of media? This one-year foundation course in Media, Art and Design is the perfect starting point for your journey into the creative industries. You’ll develop a broad, practical skillset and a strong creative portfolio through hands-on projects. You’ll plan, film and edit your own short film scenes using professional camera and editing equipment, experiment with stop motion and digital animation techniques, and design characters, levels and covers for your own 2D game ideas. You’ll also explore art, photography and design to develop your own creative style.
Designed as a supportive introduction to college life, our course will help you build creativity, confidence and independence. It’s delivered by a teacher experienced in supporting learners with SEND, ensuring lessons are inclusive, flexible and responsive to your needs. With structured guidance and personalised feedback, every learner is supported to achieve and grow.
You’ll also study English and Maths alongside your creative work to prepare you to progress on to Level 2 Media or Games Design at SGS.
Course content
This hands-on course gives you the chance to explore a wide range of creative media projects.
- Plan, film and edit your own scenes, using professional camera and editing equipment.
- Experiment with stop motion and simple digital animation techniques to create your own moving images.
- Design characters, levels and covers for your own 2D game ideas and learn how storytelling and visual design bring games to life.
- Explore art, photography and design to develop your own design palette and capture the result.
- Develop ideas, carry out research and use industry-standard tools across all projects.
- Present your work effectively, building confidence and practical skills through creativity and problem-solving.
Maths & English
A key requirement for future progression and employment is a good understanding and application of knowledge and skills in both English and Maths.
Learners who are enrolled on this course that do not possess a grade 4 in English or Maths will also, as part of their overall programme of study, be enrolled on a GCSE English and/or Maths programme in order to progress towards gaining a GCSE grade 4 in both subjects.
What do I need to join
This course is a suitable entry point for all learners with an interest in this subject area. We welcome applications from pre-16 applicants, EHE (Elective Home Education) applicants, and those who possess GCSE grades at predominantly grades 1 or 2.
As well as being able to show interest and passion in the subject, learners will need to be committed, punctual and demonstrate an enthusiasm for learning and taking on new ideas and skills.
What can I do next
Learners who successfully complete will be eligible for progression onto a Level 2 programme of study or an apprenticeship in a related discipline.
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Course information last updated: Thursday 18th December 2025 @ 1.02PM