Gabriel Buckley
USCE's BA (Hons) Creative Media and Promotion
I feel incredibly proud. After dropping out two years earlier, walking across the stage and receiving a special award was surreal. It's a moment I'll keep with me forever.
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Step into your future in creative media, animation and games design
If you are interested in film, digital content, animation, games design, visual storytelling and creative technologies, this subject area offers an exciting route into the creative industries. We offer courses in Creative Media, Animation & Games Design from Level 1 through to Level 6, so you can start at the point that is right for you and progress into higher education, apprenticeships or employment.
Learn by doing
Your learning is practical and project based, covering areas such as TV and film production, digital media, animation, games design, journalism and visual effects. You will create content, develop creative projects, work on live briefs and build a portfolio that reflects real industry practice and prepares you for the next step in your career.
Our facilities and your support
You will learn in specialist facilities including a TV studio, podcast and radio studios, editing suites using Adobe Creative Cloud, and dedicated creative spaces for animation and digital production. Our industry experienced staff and partners will support your development, helping you build the skills, knowledge and confidence employers are looking for.
Where this could take you
Overall student outcomes are strong, with a 96% pass rate. Many learners progress to university, apprenticeships and careers in film and television, content creation, animation, games design, visual effects, marketing, broadcasting and digital production.
Student Success Stories
Celebrating Success 2026: Media Student of the Year – Ben Whitehead
I studied Level 1 Media. I really wanted to be creative and make short films. I really enjoyed the course, it was great fun. I’d tell other people to jump at the opportunity of doing this course.
Celebrating Success 2026: Creative Media Student of the Year – Libby Evans (Viktor)
I was nervous and shocked to win! I loved the friendships and the teachers, as well as the learning. There were so many things to enjoy. The course taught me a lot, and I’m moving to degree level next year.
Phil Steed
Graphic Design BA (Hons)
Seeing the quality and variety of work showcased at the final exhibition convinced me that this was a course that encouraged creativity and experimentation rather than restricting it.
Emily Burrett
BA (Hons) Film & Television Production
I have to come up with solutions a lot quicker now, I use my creative spark to manage last-minute shoot changes or late guests on the spot. I’ve had to become much more resourceful in handling challenges in a shorter time period.
Sam Upton
BA (Hons) Film & Television Production
When starting a career in TV, no one thinks about the Health and Safety, the finance, the logistics, contracts, and catering. However, without the Production Management department doing these things, the show would never get made. We are essential.
Daniel Sanders
Animation BA (Hons) & Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
Returning to education was one of the best decisions I have made. The PGCE course helped me develop the teaching knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to progress into a professional teaching role
Tommy Davis
Level 3 Extended Diploma in TV and Film Production
During my time on the course, I gained a strong understanding of all stages of production, from planning and shooting to editing. It helped me become a more detailed and confident filmmaker, and I also learned how to collaborate effectively with others, which is essential in this industry.
Tony Waghorne
Digital Animation and TV and Television Production and Screen Media
The college prepared me for the workplace by putting me in real world situations. Strick deadlines, communicating with me like a colleague and not a pupil and not to mention the industry-level equipment.
James Mitchell
BSc in Television Production and Screen Theory
One of the most important parts of my time at college was the support from my lecturers. The relationships I built with them gave me the encouragement I needed to believe in my abilities and push myself further. That confidence played a key role in shaping my future.
Chloe Wade
Level 3 Interactive Digital Media
My confidence has grown significantly during her studies. I was recognised for my hard work and achievements, including winning awards such as ‘Who Wants to Be an Entrepreneur’ and Student of the Year in Business and Logistics. These experiences have helped reinforce my belief in my abilities and motivated me to keep progressing.
Celebrating Success 2026: Media Student of the Year – Ben Whitehead
I studied Level 1 Media. I really wanted to be creative and make short films. I really enjoyed the course, it was great fun. I’d tell other people to jump at the opportunity of doing this course.
Celebrating Success 2026: Creative Media Student of the Year – Libby Evans (Viktor)
I was nervous and shocked to win! I loved the friendships and the teachers, as well as the learning. There were so many things to enjoy. The course taught me a lot, and I’m moving to degree level next year.
Phil Steed
Graphic Design BA (Hons)
Seeing the quality and variety of work showcased at the final exhibition convinced me that this was a course that encouraged creativity and experimentation rather than restricting it.
Emily Burrett
BA (Hons) Film & Television Production
I have to come up with solutions a lot quicker now, I use my creative spark to manage last-minute shoot changes or late guests on the spot. I’ve had to become much more resourceful in handling challenges in a shorter time period.
Sam Upton
BA (Hons) Film & Television Production
When starting a career in TV, no one thinks about the Health and Safety, the finance, the logistics, contracts, and catering. However, without the Production Management department doing these things, the show would never get made. We are essential.
Daniel Sanders
Animation BA (Hons) & Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
Returning to education was one of the best decisions I have made. The PGCE course helped me develop the teaching knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to progress into a professional teaching role
Tommy Davis
Level 3 Extended Diploma in TV and Film Production
During my time on the course, I gained a strong understanding of all stages of production, from planning and shooting to editing. It helped me become a more detailed and confident filmmaker, and I also learned how to collaborate effectively with others, which is essential in this industry.
Tony Waghorne
Digital Animation and TV and Television Production and Screen Media
The college prepared me for the workplace by putting me in real world situations. Strick deadlines, communicating with me like a colleague and not a pupil and not to mention the industry-level equipment.
James Mitchell
BSc in Television Production and Screen Theory
One of the most important parts of my time at college was the support from my lecturers. The relationships I built with them gave me the encouragement I needed to believe in my abilities and push myself further. That confidence played a key role in shaping my future.
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