UAL Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology

UAL Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology
This course is your practical entry point into the creative industries. You’ll learn core media skills through hands-on projects and workshops — planning, making, editing, presenting and evaluating your work — while building confidence, professionalism, and a portfolio that supports progression.
At Level 2, you choose one of two pathways, depending on where you want to progress at Level 3.
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Choose your pathway

Pathway A: Screen & Audio
For students interested in TV/film production, photography, radio/podcasting, and digital content.
You’ll explore:
• Film & video production (camera, lighting, sound, editing, storytelling)
• Photography (shoot planning, composition, lighting, editing and presentation)
• Radio & podcasting (recording, scripting, voice, audio editing and publishing)
• Online media (how work is packaged and presented for audiences)
Progression routes:
This pathway supports progression to:
• Level 3 Creative Media (TV, Film, Photography, Radio & Online Media)
• Level 3 Content Creation with Esports (esports is optional — content creation is the core)
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Pathway B: Animation, Concept Art and Games
For students interested in games design/development, animation, concept art and visual storytelling.
You’ll explore:
• Character and environment design (concept development, visual direction)
• 2D/3D animation foundations (movement, timing, storytelling)
• Games design foundations (ideas, mechanics, level/world thinking, prototyping)
• Production skills (iteration, feedback, refinement, presenting outcomes)
Progression routes:
This pathway supports progression to:
• Level 3 Games Development
• Level 3 Animation & Concept Art
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Why study at CRC?
• Hands-on, project-based learning with clear outcomes and real production habits
• Specialist facilities including media spaces and creative workstations
• Industry-facing experiences (talks, trips, expos and opportunities where available)
• Professional expectations: teamwork, deadlines, communication, and quality standards
• Strong progression routes into Level 3, apprenticeships and higher education
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What you’ll gain (across both pathways)
• Planning and developing ideas for a brief
• Making and improving work through feedback and reflection
• Presenting work professionally (portfolio evidence, outcomes, evaluation)
• Employability skills: teamwork, time management, organisation and communication
• English and Maths support where needed through vocational context and resit routes

This qualification is designed to prepare you for progression onto our Level 3 creative pathways at CRC, including: • Level 3 Creative Media (TV, Film, Photography, Radio & Online Media) • Level 3 Content Creation with Esports (esports optional) • Level 3 Games Development • Level 3 Animation & Concept Art Please note: progression to Level 3 is subject to successful completion of Level 2 (Pass or above) and meeting the entry requirements for your chosen Level 3 course.

To apply for the UAL Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology, you will normally need: • At least 3 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above (ideally including English and Maths), or • A Level 1 qualification at Pass in a relevant subject. Entry is also subject to a successful interview/welcome event and initial assessment. Entry requirements may vary depending on the specific course route and the level of support required. Typical work on this course University of the Arts London qualifications are practical and portfolio-based. You’ll be expected to: • Generate and develop creative ideas through research and experimentation • Plan and produce media work using industry workflows • Build a portfolio of evidence showing your process and final outcomes • Communicate your ideas clearly through written, recorded and presented work • Reflect on what you made and how you can improve (evaluation is part of the grade) You’ll work across a range of areas linked to your chosen pathway, including screen production, audio/radio, photography, digital content, games and animation foundations. A note on progression to Level 3 Progression to Level 3 is subject to successful completion of Level 2 (Pass or above) and meeting the entry requirements for your chosen Level 3 course (typically 4 GCSEs at Grade 4, including English and Maths). (Exact entry requirements can vary by programme and are confirmed at interview.)

We want you to achieve to the very best of your ability at CRC. To make this happen we offer both learning and personal support by specialist staff tailored to meet your specific needs.

You can apply through our online application, just click on Apply.

Students who attend a Cambridge Area Partnership school should apply through the CAP application system, MyChoice@16, your school will be able to help you with this.

If you need any help with applying, please contact our Admissions Office on tel. 01223 418448 or .

Once we have received your application, you will be invited to a Welcome Event and for a guidance discussion. Through the Welcome Event you will get the chance to learn more about college and your course. When you have your conditional offer, you will be invited and required to attend new student Taster Days during the summer before the start of your course. Take control of your future and enrol on a course with CRC. Whether you've just finished your GCSEs or A Levels, already working or unemployed we can help you succeed.

When applying, please state which pathway you want to join:
? Screen & Audio or Animation, Concept Art and Games
If you?re unsure, we?ll help you choose at interview.

Take control of your future and enrol on a course with CRC. Whether you've just finished your GCSEs or A Levels, already working or unemployed we can help you succeed.