Media, Broadcast and Production T Level

Course Code
Media, Broadcast and Production T Level
Course Type
Course Duration
2 years
Location
Cadbury College
Start Date
1 September, 2025
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This T Level is designed for learners aged 16-19 who wish to work in the digital services industry, specifically in Media, Broadcast & Production.

Course Structure:

  • 80% Classroom Learning – Students study 14 core topic areas relevant to the Media, Broadcast & Production industry.
  • 20% Industry Placement – A minimum of 45 days on placement with an employer to gain on-the-job technical skills.

During the two-year programme, you will learn the core knowledge that underpins the Media, Broadcast & Production industry and develop skills that will allow you to enter skilled employment within the occupation. The occupational specialism we deliver is content creation production.

Modules:

Core Content

You will cover 10 key topics:

  • The Creative Economy
  • Cultural Context and Vocabulary
  • Legislation/Regulation
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Project Methodology and Administration
  • The Individual in the Creative Industries
  • Audience
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Research Skills
  • Continued Professional Development

Employer-Set Project

You will complete a creative industry project brief, culminating in a substantial piece of work, in which you will develop, apply and demonstrate the following skills:

  • Undertaking research
  • Generating ideas
  • Communicating ideas
  • Developing ideas
  • Working collaboratively with others
  • Reflective practice

Creative and Design: Core Skills, Workplace Practices & Occupational Specialism

As part of the Media, Broadcast and Production T Level qualification, you will specialise in Content Creation Production, where you will develop technical, practical and vocational skills, training to become competent and confident within your chosen occupation.

Performance Outcomes:

  1. Generate ideas for content development for different platforms
    2. Plan the production of the required content for different platforms (including moving/still image, audio and written)
    3. Create and deliver the required content for the chosen platforms and/or venues, co-ordinating with others where appropriate
    4. Evaluate the extent to which the content and plan meet objectives taking on board feedback

Extended Work Placement

You will apply practical skills within real-world employment settings by completing a 45 day extended work placement with an employer. Content Creation Production specialists will complete an extended work placement at a business or organisation in a relevant role to their preferred occupation:

  • Media
  • Film
  • Television
  • Publishing
  • Radio
  • Broadcasting
  • Recording studio
  • Marketing

Benefits of T Levels:

Our T Level courses offer an exciting and career-focused alternative to traditional qualifications, combining classroom learning with hands-on industry experience. One of the biggest benefits is that you’ll finish college with real work experience on your CV (more than most college students), giving you a competitive edge when applying for jobs or university. You’ll also have the chance to build valuable connections with businesses during your industry placement, with the potential to secure a job offer at the end of your course. Students will study in our brand new £6.6 million STEM Centre, equipped with a dedicated media suite which includes a recording room and podcasting area, creating a professional environment that mirrors the modern workplace.

To study a T Level students are required to achieve a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Maths & English.

At Cadbury College, we believe education goes beyond the classroom. Our diverse and inclusive enrichment programme offers a wide range of activities designed to help you explore your interests, build confidence, and develop valuable skills for university and the workplace.

From creative and academic clubs to sports, volunteering, and leadership opportunities, there’s something for everyone. Highlights include:

  • High Achievers Programme – Support for high-achieving students applying to top universities.

  • Envision – A chance to develop employability skills by tackling real-life social issues.

  • Duke of Edinburgh Award – Take on the challenge of the prestigious Silver or Gold Award.

  • Medicine Society – Specialist guidance for aspiring medical students, in partnership with local universities.

  • Five-a-Side Football or Basketball – Join Cadbury’s own league and enjoy competitive, inclusive football or basketball with friends.

  • Bar Mock Trial – Step into the courtroom and compete nationally in this programme for future legal professionals.

Whatever your passion, enrichment at Cadbury College gives you the chance to grow, connect, and make the most of your time here.

  • Knowledge and understanding of the core course content will be assessed through examinations
  • Core skills will be assessed through completion of an employer-set project
  • Further core skills and workplace practices will be assessed through the completion of extended work placement and occupational specialism assignments

The Media, Broadcast & Production T Level is equivalent to 3 A Levels, and will qualify you to progress onto:

  • University
  • Employment
  • Apprenticeship

 

Future career options might include:

  • Studio Sound Engineer
  • Audio Visual Technician
  • Live Sound Engineer
  • TV or Film Sound Technician
  • Stagehand
  • Lighting Technician
  • TV or Film Production Assistant
  • Radio Broadcast Assistant
  • TV or Film Assistant Director
  • TV or Film Director
  • TV or Film Producer
  • Media Researcher
  • Video Editor
  • Broadcast Engineer
  • TV or Film Camera Operator

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