The industry-standard, high-spec technology available to you in our SciTech Digital Innovation Hub includes powerful, high specification PCs; development studios; immersive rooms; Microsoft and gaming studios; smart, augmented reality and virtual reality technologies. Take a 360 tour of the SciTech Digital Innovation Hub.
You can study Media in Barnsley up to Level 5 by progressing to a HND at Barnsley College University Centre which means that there is something on offer for those who are just starting their career as well as those who are looking to specialise.
The Television and Film Pathway offers learners the opportunity to develop skills working on a wide range of productions including live TV studio, music video and drama.
Our student radio station, The Vibe, was voted the best in the UK at the 2023 Young Audio Awards.
All of our courses will give you the opportunity to work with real clients on live projects.
Careers guidance: see what careers are available in the Media sector. Use our online careers tool, Career Coach, to find out what your next steps could be.
Tutorial Support and Additional Learning Support (ALS)
Enrichment (extracurricular activities)
Free or concessionary travel to get to College.
Enterprise – support to set up a business
You will study in our television studio, radio studio, industry-standard video, audio and postproduction editing facilities and AR/VR and immersive technologies studios.
See the Media pathways to find out what study programmes we offer.
Studying Media with us will enable you to develop skills for a range of careers such as: TV/Film/Radio Editor, Marketer, Journalist or Camera Operator.
See what careers are available in the Media sector.
Jo Kyte-Sharp
Digital Industries Course Leader Studied Masters in Branding and Logo Design at the University of Huddersfield.
“I especially enjoy being able to see the development within the students throughout their studies. Seeing students transform and progress is a great privilege; I wouldn’t want to do anything else! Outside of teaching, I also work as a Freelance Graphic Designer and Jewellery Designer with clients across the world and locally. It is always great to see my designs being used, whether that is branding for a coffee shop, marketing material for a mental health organisation or someone wearing a piece of my jewellery!”
Thomas Sharp
Broadcast Journalism Level 3 Full-time
“In Broadcast Journalism, you can work on the College radio station, The Vibe, or produce a podcast in the studio as well. I learn something new every day at College and the tutors are always available to help me.”
St Pius X Catholic High School
Liam Gilroy
Film and TV Production
“Barnsley College is where I learned I could turn my passions into a career and develop those skills I had into something more meaningful. I had no idea what I wanted to do for a living until I studied Media Production then Film & TV Production and it really opened my eyes up to challenging myself creatively and continuing to do something that I love.”
Director of Video Pros
Barney Martin
Level 4 Creative Media Production Higher National Certificate (HNC)
“I enjoy the new technology available at the College, which has helped me in my studies. Meeting new people on my course has been a highlight so far. I would recommend the College’s free bus; it’s never let me down yet. Also make sure you try the Starbucks in the SciTech Digital Innovation Hub - the food and drink there is amazing.”
Gabrielle Ellis
Level 3 Broadcast Journalism
“I enjoy how I can be creative and produce content that really interests me. Also, my tutors are really friendly; they are always there to help and motivate us. My class are all welcoming and we all work together to help each other improve.”
Former Wath Academy pupil.
Joseph McNicholas
Level 4 Creative Media Production Higher National Certificate (HNC)
“I enjoy learning new things and the course provides that opportunity. I have met new people with similar interests and like mindedness. We have access to the latest modern technologies which aids our learning of the industry. The course is really fun in the way it enables me to learn different areas of creative media. ”
Matilda Bissell
Level 3 Creative Media Production - Photography
“Barnsley College was the perfect opportunity for me to grow and delve into the world of creative media, especially Photography. I chose to study here due to the amazing facilities and warm, welcoming staff. The atmosphere within the College allows me to feel independent and grow into an adult in a safe yet freeing environment.”
Former Penistone Grammar school pupil.
Nathan Whitehead
Level 4 Creative Media Production Higher National Certificate (HNC)
“I chose this course because I love playing games and making them. There is always space at the College where I’m able to work with no distractions. I would recommend the College to everyone as the course is great and I get to do what I love. My advice is not to stress too much and enjoy the challenge. ”