Launch Your Content Career
Graduate sooner, save money and train for the industry with our two-year Content Creation degree starting this January.
Become Job-Ready for the Content Industry
- Learn in professional creative environments and build a portfolio that shows you can plan, shoot, edit and publish high-quality digital content.
- Create real projects in photography, video, podcasting, writing, SEO and website design that reflect industry workflows.
- Work with industry-active tutors who help you meet the creative and strategic standards employers expect.
- Choose a specialism such as video, photography, digital marketing, writing or podcasting to match your career goals.
- Graduate ready for roles like content creator, social media manager, videographer, photographer or digital marketing assistant with a portfolio that proves your skills.
Graduate Sooner, Save Money, Stand Out More
By choosing our two year accelerated degree you can save £7,000 in tuition fees and graduate a year ahead.
You will train with the same creative tools, software and digital platforms used in professional content, marketing and media studios, build a portfolio of real projects across video, photography and podcasts and study in London, one of the world’s most active hubs for digital media and creative marketing.
Our course mirrors how the content industry actually works, giving you practical production experience, collaboration skills and professional workflows that make your transition into employment smoother, helping you stand out and get hired faster.
Your London Content Creation Lecturers
Our lecturers have created work for broadcasters, galleries, agencies and international clients, and you’ll also learn from guest experts who bring fresh insights from across the creative industries. You’ll be guided by active practitioners who know exactly what today’s creative sector expects.
Rayvenn Shaleigha D’Clark
Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe, with awards for technical innovation in sculpture. She has collaborated with DAZED, Aesthetica, Apollo Magazine and exhibited at the V&A, Saatchi Gallery, Gucci Circolo Shoreditch, Carl Freedman Gallery and the RCA. Her media features include BBC Live, CNN, Arte TV and London Live, bringing students insight from the forefront of contemporary digital art. Content Creation Lecturer
Giorgia Tobiolo
A photojournalist and educator whose work spans collaborations with Magnum Photos, Al Jazeera, CNN, Reuters Institute and leading festivals and cultural institutions. She has photographed for charities, publications and global organisations, capturing stories across news, music and documentary environments. Shortlisted for the Sony World Photography Awards and Magnum 30 Under 30, she brings real industry insight into visual storytelling and content creation. Content Creation Lecturer
Darja Bardo
A multidisciplinary creator who has delivered campaigns and visual projects for organisations including CITB, Populo Living and Newham Council. Her work spans photography, film and digital storytelling, grounded in real commercial and community-driven outcomes. Students learn directly from her experience turning creative practice into impactful, results-focused visual communication. Content Creation Tutor
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FAQs for Starting Content Creation in January 2026
The January intake allows you to begin the BA/BSc (Hons) Content Creation degree in January instead of waiting for the September start, letting you begin sooner and graduate earlier.
The course is an accelerated 2-year programme. It provides the same qualification as a traditional 3-year degree, but saves you a full year of time, reduces your tuition fees and lowers your living costs. You will follow an intensive, practical schedule that reflects real industry workflows, helping you enter the job market earlier and with confidence.
You will learn how to create, write, design and publish professional content across a range of digital platforms. This includes photography, video production, podcast creation, graphic design, writing for the web, SEO planning, website development, campaign design and content strategy.
You will also explore branding, personal marketing, project management, pitching and working with clients. Throughout the course you will produce portfolio-ready work such as websites, videos, podcasts and creative studio projects that reflect real industry expectations.
The degree is delivered in person at SAE London in Haggerston, with access to creative studios, podcast studios, digital workstations, editing facilities and collaborative project spaces equipped with the tools used across content creation, social media, digital marketing and multimedia production.
You will learn from industry-active content creators, marketers, photographers, filmmakers, writers and digital media practitioners who bring current professional insight into the classroom. Tutors are accessible, supportive and present throughout your learning.
Graduates progress into roles such as content creator, social media manager, digital marketing assistant, videographer, photographer, brand strategist, copywriter, podcast producer, multimedia journalist and web content developer. The skills gained also support freelance work, influencer pathways and marketing support for small businesses.
Yes, the course is developed, delivered and assessed by SAE Institute and awarded by the University of Hertfordshire, ensuring recognised academic standards.
Yes, eligible UK students can apply for full student finance support for both the 2-year and 3-year versions of the degree.
Yes, the practical structure and accelerated option make it ideal for anyone looking to retrain, gain hands-on experience and enter the industry quickly.
The course starts on Monday 25th January.
No, you do not need previous experience. The course welcomes beginners and students who have not used creative software before. What matters most is your interest in media, storytelling and digital creativity.
You can apply directly via the Apply Now page or submit an enquiry if you would like more information.
London is one of the world’s most dynamic hubs for marketing, advertising, media and creative content. It is home to global agencies, digital brands, production companies and startups that are constantly searching for adaptable digital creatives. Studying in the city places you at the centre of a fast-growing and opportunity-rich industry.
Any questions?
Got more questions or need guidance on applying for the January Content Creation intake? Our admissions team would love to help. Reach us on 03330 112 315 or via email at ukadmissions@sae.edu
