CTEC - Media

Create stories. Shape culture. Understand the media world.

Media is one of the fastest‑moving, most influential industries on the planet. Studying Media gives you the tools to understand how films, TV, digital platforms and online content shape society – and how to create powerful media products yourself.

You’ll explore theory, production, and real-world media industries, developing creative, analytical and technical skills that open doors to a huge range of careers.

What you will study

The CTEC Digital Media curriculum is practical, industry‑focused and built around real production skills.

Core Units (Level 3)

• Media products and audiences
• Pre‑production and planning
• Social media and globalisation
• Research for product development
• Specialist & Pathway Units

Depending on your chosen pathway, you may explore:

• Graphic design and digital imaging
• Video production and editing
• Interactive media and UX Audio production
• Photography and visual communication
• Advertising and marketing content

How you’ll be assessed

• A mix of coursework and examined units
• Practical briefs where you plan, produce and present media products
• Realistic client‑style tasks and project cycles

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Next steps – where might it lead?

Studying Media can lead to degrees such as: Media Studies; Film Production; Digital Media & Photography; Journalism; Marketing & Advertising; Animation & VFX.

What experience and skills will you gain?

You’ll develop a broad set of transferable and careerready skills, including:

• Understanding how media shapes culture, politics and identity
• Ability to analyse film, TV, advertising and digital platforms
• Practical production skills in video, audio, graphics and digital design
• Strong research and project‑planning skills
• Creative problem‑solving and idea development

Future careers – where might this take you?

Graduates can pursue careers such as:

• Film & TV Production (£25,000–£90,000+)
• Journalism & Broadcasting (£22,000–£55,000)
• Graphic Design (£22,000–£60,000)
• Social Media Management (£23,000–£65,000)
• Advertising & Creative Direction (£28,000– £120,000+)