Media, Music & Sound Production
Foundation Apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media - Midlothian Schools (SCP)
Campus Milton Road Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 6
Study mode Part time
Start date
Aug 2026
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Course overview
This course is intended for Midlothian school pupils to complete alongside their school studies.
The Foundation Apprenticeship in Creative Digital Media is your first step towards an exciting career in the broadcasting industry. You will study units in TV production and video editing, as well as the skills and knowledge needed for various broadcasting roles. You will develop vital industry skills at Edinburgh College, including an on-site TV studio. You will also have access to a top-of-the-range camera, sound and lighting equipment.
This is a one-year course taught at Edinburgh College's Milton Road Campus and at Midlothian Council schools. You will complete a National Progression Award (NPA) in Creative and Digital Media (SCQF Level 6) at school, while also developing practical skills in media production at Edinburgh College. This course will lead to further study of Broadcast Media at a higher level and a potential career in the industry.
What you will learn
- Camera Operations
- Scriptwriting
- Lighting
- Post-production
- Sound Editing
How the course is assessed
- You will be assessed through both practical and written assignments.
Number of days per week
- Approximately one afternoon per week, on either Monday or Wednesday, running alongside your school studies.
Entry requirements
- Achieved or working towards National 5 English or Media.
- Pupils should be working towards achieving one or two Highers over S5 and S6.
- The ability to work towards an SCQF Level 6 (Higher) qualification.
- An interest in a career within the creative industries.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- Gain direct employment at the entry level in the media sector.
- Gain accelerated entry into a Modern Apprenticeship in the Creative and Media Sector
- Progress onto a Graduate Apprenticeship.
- Progress to College - direct access to a variety of HNC/D courses.
- Progress to University - FA is recognised as partial entry criteria for degrees in Accountancy/Finance.
Career options
Various positions in the:
- Broadcasting industry
- Film industry
- Digital Media sector
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Milton Road Campus | Part time | 24/08/26 |
