Level 1 Certificate Digital Media

Key Facts

Level: 1

Attendance: Full Time (FT)

Duration: 1 Year

Course Code: DFF1011

Start Date: September 2026

Code: DFF1011

Please Note: This programme is provisionally full for 26/27.
Applications for September 2027 will open in October

For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP).

This Level 1 course is an exciting, new qualification that gives you a great opportunity to develop a variety of skills used in media production, and the creative industries in general. The design of the course allows you to experience art, multimedia, and IT, as well as improve your literacy and numeracy skills.

There is a good mixture of theory-based learning and hands-on practical lessons to develop your IT knowledge and skills.

Multimedia units will help you understand the use of different media products and their focus on audience, content, and style for publications. You will then get to create your own website and animations.

Features and Benefits

This course allows you to experience more than one subject whilst exploring your skills. You'll also have opportunities to learn about options at higher levels.

Course Content

Information Technology
Units:

IT User Fundamentals
Explore 3D Design
Explore Painting
Website Software
Developing Animation
Investigating Interactive Media
Developing Multimedia Products

Entry Requirements

GCSE English and Maths at grade 1/G or above
Able to show a capability to work at Level 1 and a clear interest in chosen subject
Demonstrates a commitment to learning
For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP)