Year 12 & 13 Courses

Choosing the right course is the first step to success. Most of our courses in year 12 and 13 are delivered in partnership with Boomsatsuma, Robins Foundation or The Bristol School of Acting. Have a browse of the courses we have to offer and find out more about the courses on our delivery partners websites.

Whatever course you choose you can be sure of amazing facilities in an innovate and creative state-of-the-art building, giving you the opportunity to reach your full creative potential.

Entry Requirements

We are looking for students who have a genuine interest in the creative and information technology industries. This can be evidenced through GCSE qualifications in relevant subject areas or a portfolio of work. 

Students need grade 4 or above in English, maths and grade 4 or above or Level 2 Pass or above in any relevant subject areas they wish to study at level 3. (See table below).

Level 3 CoursesCreative Digital MediaMultidisciplinary ArtE-SportsMusic (Creative Music Industry)
Level 2 subjects required at grade 4 / L2 pass or higher (Vocational or GCSE)MediaArt & Design  Business & EnterpriseMusic
GraphicsPhotography  IT  Business & Enterprise
PhotographyGraphicsComputer ScienceIT
Business & EnterpriseTextilesMedia  Media
 DTe-sports   
 3D design  

We also consider applications from students who have gained a grade 3 in English and maths. (Resists compulsory). 

Admission to Courses

In addition to meeting the minimum academic entry requirements for post-16 education, applicants may need to fulfil additional entrance criteria for specific courses they are applying for.

If internal or external applicants meet the overall academic entry requirements but do not meet the specific course criteria, they may be directed to an alternative course that aligns with their qualifications. This will be finalised during post-16 enrolment.

All applicants must provide evidence of their GCSE results on the enrolment date, along with proof of legal residency (such as a passport, birth certificate, or visa) to complete the enrolment process successfully.

While every effort is made to accommodate students, admission to post-16 does not guarantee entry to a particular course listed in the prospectus.  Any changes to the course offerings will be communicated before enrolment when possible.

In September, Post-16 will conduct suitability checks to assess students’ needs and determine if their chosen study program is appropriate. If a course is deemed unsuitable, students and parents will be advised of our concerns and the reasons why, and, if needed, guided in support for their next steps.

Creative and Digital Media

This course gives you realistic experience and training that will help you thrive in any career which uses photography, filmmaking, graphic design, project management or marketing. Your first year covers a broad introduction to creative and digital media, letting you experiment with various formats, channels and tools to find the ones that best suit your skills and interests.

When it comes to succeeding in your chosen specialism, we give you the competitive edge. You will be tackling live projects, often with real clients, designed to build your confidence and comfort in real career situations.

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Creative Digital Media

The post-16 Creative Digital Media Diploma (RSL) at Digitech Studio School is a 2-year vocational course. Our course aims to give you the knowledge and skills needed to progress into the exciting world of media, with hands on experience for a variety of sectors and subjects, including Graphic Design, Videography, Web Design, Photography and Sound.

Modelling the format of a client brief, you will complete tasks based on real situations relevant to the media industry. You will develop a portfolio of impressive and beautiful work that will optimise a place in further training, education, or employment.

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E-Sports

This course will be studied in our brand-new state of the art E – Sports gaming suite, which is currently under development.  You will have the opportunity to compete in national gaming competitions, as well as learning about the world of E – Sports, through using industry standard equipment.

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Film and Television

Film and Television is a competitive industry to get into. But we’re here to tell you that there are lots of ways to get your foot in the door. This course will broaden your view of the industry and help you forge routes through key roles in all areas of film and television production. You’ll be getting your hands on industry-standard equipment to set-up, capture and edit professional level videos and you’ll leave us with a top-quality, two minute showreel that lets the world know you’re out there.

This course is about getting you ready for your career, and part of that is learning professional standards on set, experiencing multiple crew roles and directing actors and crew.

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First Certificate in Sport

The BTEC level 1/2 first certificate in sport is a one year programme. The course aims to add breadth to students’ knowledge and understanding of the sport sector as part of their career progression plans. It gives students the opportunity to progress to a BTEC Level 3 programme or into employment in a wide range of job roles across the sport sector. As well as gaining a recognised qualification, students play football 3 times a week representing Bristol City Robins Foundation in English Football Leagues. As part of the programme, students access work experience opportunities through our coaching provision in schools, holiday camps and on BCFC match days. Trips are organised for students to visit other premier league stadiums, as well as international trips abroad to Portugal and Europe.

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Multidisciplinary Arts

The course is built around projects which are designed to reflect practice in the professional workplace. You will be building a professional portfolio that will help with work in industry, university applications and wider artistic careers.

Overview – what is the course like?

Subjects: Fine Art, Graphics, Product Design, 3D Design, Photography, Fashion

We will personally help you find your interests and expand your skill set.

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Music (Creative Music Industry)

You will have the opportunity to explore music through the use of technology. This course is ideal in preparing you for the music industry, as well as improving your creative skills through exploring a variety of musical styles.

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Photography Collective

This is a ground breaking approach to photographic and design education. Uniquely, you will come together to form a collective and collaboratively work on industry led projects, putting you in charge of how, where and why it is published, exhibited or screened. This course will help you to build a specialist career in the creative industries and access appropriate entry level roles.

You’ll learn industry relevant skills, knowledge and understanding to progress into jobs, creative sector apprenticeships or related higher education courses, such as our BA (Hons) Documentary Photography and Print degree. If you believe in the importance of creative collaboration and the impact this may have on ourselves and our communities, then this photography course is for you. This two year course is made up of six in-depth projects.

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Professional Acting

Our Level 3 Extended Diploma in Professional Acting takes place at Bristol School of Acting, a drama school with a professional ethos and rigorous approach. It will prepare you to think as a professional actor and equips you with the skills to progress to drama school and into the industry. The course runs over two years and takes you through the approaches of Stanislavski, Michael Chekhov, Uta Hagen and Meisner.

The course works towards productions in year 2. These are professionally staged with high production values and you collaborate with working directors, designers and production staff.

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Sports Coaching and Development (Extended Diploma)

The course has a primary focus developing the skills and expertise for students to work independently and progress to employment as a coach.

As well as gaining a recognised qualification, students play football 3 times a week representing Bristol City Robins Foundation in English Football Leagues. As part of the programme, students access work experience opportunities through our coaching provision in schools, holiday camps and on BCFC match days.

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Sports Coaching and Development (National Diploma)

The course has a primary focus developing the skills and expertise for students to work independently and progress to employment as a coach. As well as gaining a recognised qualification, students play football 3 times a week representing Bristol City Robins Foundation in English Football Leagues.

As part of the programme, students access work experience opportunities through our coaching provision in schools, holiday camps and on BCFC match days. Trips are organised for students to visit other premier league stadiums, as well as international trips abroad to Portugal and Europe.

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