Our Level 4 Diploma in Lens-Based Media is designed to align closely with industry standards, equipping you with the creative, technical, and organizational skills needed to excel in the field .Through a variety of creative projects, you will gain hands-on experience working both individually and collaboratively. These projects include producing short films, working in a TV studio, and creating promotional videos, all aimed at developing you into a highly employable, modern media professional.
This course is FREE for under-19s (please check with us at interview/enrolment)
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry qualifications for the programme are:
From A levels: 64 UCAS Tariff points
BTEC: 64 UCAS Tariff points
T-level: Pass or above
Plus: GCSE (9 – 4): minimum of five subject including Mathematics and English Language.
We will consider a range of alternative qualifications or experience that is equivalent to the typical offer.
Applications from international students with equivalent qualifications are welcome.
A minimum IELTS score of 6 overall, with no element below 5.5, or equivalent is required for those for whom English is not their first language.
What the course covers
Assessment for the course culminates in a Final Major Project, where your final outcome will determine your grade. As a Creative Media student, you will have access to exceptional facilities, including:
Seven high-end PC labs
A fully equipped TV studio
A podcast suite
Esports hubs, all featuring industry-standard software
You will work with 4K cameras and have access to a wide range of professional equipment, such as lighting rigs, cranes, and dollies, to enhance your projects.A team of experienced industry professionals will guide you throughout your studies. Their expertise spans various fields, including film production, sports journalism, and broadcasting, ensuring you receive valuable insights and support as you develop your skills.
Unit 1: Diagnostic Investigation into Creative Practice (this is assessed via a carousel of skills and training culminating in a TV Studio Production).
Unit 3: Developing Specialist Practice (This is assessed via undertaking a role on a short film shot on location.
Unit 4: Consolidating Practice (this is where you will be assessed via your final major project).
Fees and funding
Fees for Academic Year 2026/27
£4,670* (UK Students) (£5,100 International Students)
*This course is FREE if you are aged under 19 at enrolment. If you are aged 19 or over you may be eligible for an Adult Learner Loan.
Please note: Fees are for 2026/27 entry and apply to students eligible for home fee status. The fees quoted are subject to personal circumstances and will be confirmed at the time of your enrolment, depending on eligibility criteria. For more information about financial support for students, please click here or email studentfinance@nescot.ac.uk
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