Media, Music & Sound Production
Digital Media for the Creative Industries
Campus Milton Road Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Full time
Start date
Jan 2026
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Course overview
- An Introduction to Digital Media
- Understanding the Film, Television, and Creative Industries
- Basic Filmmaking and Video Editing Skills
- Basic Digital Video Camera Operations
- Basic Photography & Digital Image Skills
- Basic Animation Skills for Digital Media
- Basic Audio Skills for Digital Media
- Basic Blog & Website Skills
- Introductory Social Media Skills
How the course is assessed
- A mixture of observations, short tests, written tasks and production projects.
Number of days per week
- Three days a week of classes in college, plus additional self-directed study time, are required.
Entry requirements
- Minimum of three passes at SCQF Level 4/National 4
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- All applicants will be invited to an interview and should bring examples of their existing creative work.
- Applicants should also be prepared to discuss various types of media and explain why they are suitable for this course.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5 (Where English isn't your first language).Progression and Articulation Routes
- Film and Television Production SQA Level 6
- UAL Level 3 Creative Media Production and Technology (Sighthill Campus)
Career options
Entry-level jobs in the creative media industries can include:
- Digital Content Creator
- Social Media & Digital Marketing Roles
- Podcast / Videocast Creator
- Floor / Production Runner for TV and Film
- Locations, Production, Camera, or Editing Assistant / Trainee for TV and Film
- Art or AV Technicians for Live Events
This course will help you get on the right track to understanding the career options available to you and develop the basic skills necessary to pursue these introductory roles. Please be aware that further training and/or education may be required depending on your career ambitions or the roles you wish to apply for.
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Milton Road Campus | Full time | 19/01/26 |
