Creative and Digital Media Advanced Apprenticeship

This course is for those who are interested in turning their creative and digital talents into a career in the creative media industries. The aim of this Apprenticeship is to develop digitally savvy and work-ready employees who are multi-skilled and can work cross-platform. The Apprenticeship covers roles across the creative and digital media industries, including graphics, photo imaging, film and TV.

What will I learn?

Course content is tailored to the nature of the business that the apprentice is employed in. The Diploma Level 3 units may include:

• Understanding Employment within the Creative Media Sector


• How to Communicate and Present Ideas


• Understanding Digital Technology


• Professionalism within the Creative Media Sector


• Working with Others


• Health and Safety


• Awareness of the Creative Media Industry


• Generating Ideas for Productions


• Capturing Image and Sound


• Editing and Image Output


• Copyright, Legal and Ethical Requirements


• Music Video Production

As part of the Apprenticeship framework you will also study Employment Rights and Responsibilities, and Functional Skills Level 2/GCSEs in English and maths, plus ICT.

What are the entry requirements?

Successful completion of a relevant level 2 or level 3 qualification, or 5 GCSEs (grades A*-C),including English and a creative subject such as art and design.

What can I do next?

Career pathways may include progression in the areas of digital media, TV and radio production, broadcast and research. Higher education opportunities may include a Foundation or Honours Degree.

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for an Apprenticeship

Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses & Apprenticeships (PDF)

Considering an apprenticeship?
Many young people look to an apprenticeship to gain valuable skills directly in the workplace.
You can apply for both an apprenticeship, and a full-time course as your back up,
but note that you will need to do some research to find an employer willing to take you on as an apprentice
if you do not already have one.

If you are applying for an apprenticeship please use the application form above,
ensuring you complete section 4 of the form. In order to start your apprenticeship you must have an employer
ready to complete your apprenticeship with.

Please contact our Apprenticeship Hub team on 01206 712412 or
apprenticeships@colchester.ac.uk
or visit our Apprenticeships Section
for details and support when finding an employer. If you already have an employer please include
their contact details in section 4 of the application form. If you require any more information about
the apprenticeships we offer, please click "Read more..." below:

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