T Level Media, Broadcast and Production

Bring ideas to life and discover how creative work reaches an audience. At Outwood Academy Hemsworth, this two-year Level 3 T Level combines an understanding of the media and creative industries with practical learning and experience in the workplace. You will explore how creative teams research ideas, respond to briefs and organise production, while developing communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills. Equivalent in size to three A levels, the course can support your next step into employment, an apprenticeship or related higher education.

You will explore the creative economy and the roles people play within media, broadcast and production. Core topics include audiences and consumer needs; cultural context and creative vocabulary; research; project planning and administration; professional standards; equality, diversity and inclusion; legal and regulatory requirements; and continuing professional development. Through taught sessions, practical activities and project work, you will develop ideas, respond to briefs, work collaboratively and evaluate outcomes. Occupational specialist learning develops the technical skills relevant to the pathway offered by the academy. An industry placement of at least 315 hours, approximately 45 days, gives you opportunities to apply your learning and understand professional working practices.

Assessment combines externally assessed core examinations, an employer-set project and practical assessments in the chosen occupational specialism. These assess your knowledge and your ability to apply creative, technical and professional skills to industry-related tasks. You must also complete the required industry placement to achieve the full T Level.

Entry requirements: Five GCSEs or equivilant at grade 4 or above, including English, Maths

You will use the equipment and software relevant to your learning and occupational pathway. Any personal equipment, storage, clothing or placement requirements, and associated costs, will be shared before enrolment. Please speak to the Post-16 team about available financial support.

Progress to relevant employment, apprenticeships or higher education, subject to the requirements of each role or course. Further study could include media production, film and television, digital content, sound or related creative subjects. Depending on your occupational specialism and further experience or training, career interests might include production support, media research, content creation, video editing, camera work or audio and technical production.