Course overview
Foundations of Festival Production (Creative Media) Diploma Level 2 City of Bristol CollegeThis course introduces you to the exciting world of festival production.
Designed as a foundation programme, it combines creative skills with practical, hands-on experience.
You will learn the basics of media processes, technical production and event preparation while exploring the dynamic opportunities within the festival industry.
Dates and applications
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| Course Code | Dates | Duration | Days | Hours per week | Start Time | Location | Fee | |
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| LGF1572D01-1 | 08/09/2025 - 25/06/2026 | 1 years | Date/Day(s) Being Finalised | 13.59 | 09:15 | College Green Centre |
This course is still in its planning phase; course details - including fee information - are subject to change. In June, course details will be finalised and enrolment will open.
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Additional information
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for anyone aged 16+ who has a passion for events, media and creative industries but is looking for an introduction to develop foundational skills.
No prior experience is required, just an eagerness to learn and engage in real-world projects.
What you'll learn
- Fundamentals of creative media methods and production techniques
- Understanding and engaging with festival audiences
- Contextual research to inform creative decision-making
- Exploring audio, visual and interactive production methods
- Practical industry-relevant skills such as temporary site builds, audio set-up and basic ground maintenance
Course entry requirements
4 x GCSEs at Level 3 or above including Maths and/or English or equivalent or a Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
The course combines classroom learning, practical workshops and industry visits.
Assessment is project-based, with an internally assessed portfolio of evidence.
Future career and study opportunities
Upon completion, you can progress to the Level 3 Festival Production course, apprenticeships, or entry-level roles in events, media production and creative industries.
Additional costs
As a City of Bristol College student, you may incur additional costs to attend your course. For example, you may likely need to pay for travel and stationery.
Many courses offer learning opportunities that you may need to pay for. This may include things like study visits and visiting speakers. We will let you know in advance if there will be additional costs.
If you are on a limited income, you may be able to receive help from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.
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