Get Started with Adobe Premiere
Learn the basics of video editing.
Course overview
This course is designed for newcomers to Adobe Premiere Pro. It introduces essential tools, the interface and basic projects. The course aims to help learners navigate Premiere Pro efficiently, use its features effectively, and perform simple video editing tasks.
Join us to start your video editing journey with Premiere Pro and gain foundational knowledge in video editing.
Upcoming Short Courses
Wed 21 Oct 2026
21 & 28 October | 18:00 - 21:00 | £125
Get Started with Premiere Pro - Autumn
Online
Learn the basics of video editing
If no upcoming Short Courses are displayed above, get in touch with us for more information.
Apart from our Short Courses for 14-17 Year Olds, all of our Short Courses are for adults 18+.
Course details
This short course introduces the basics of video editing in Premiere Pro, giving complete beginners a solid foundation. By the end, you’ll have the skills to start editing your own videos using core features and a working knowledge of digital video.
Session One (3 hrs)
- Creating a basic Premiere pro project
- Importing footage
- Interface tour
- Video resolutions and aspect ratios
- Application setting and preferences
- Creating your first simple video sequence
Session Two (3 hrs)
- Clip start and end points and duration
- Generative extend
- Video clip and sequence settings
- Audio track volumes
- Ripple and rolling edits
- Adding and editing markers
- Adding and editing transitions and effects
- Project organisation
- Encoding and exporting video
Matthew Abbott - Course Lead
Matthew is a Digital Skills Trainer at Falmouth, specialising in Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Premiere Pro. He delivers a range of Adobe and Microsoft courses, including Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) qualifications. He holds a degree in Sustainable Product Design and a PCET teaching certificate, and has served as a Senior Technician at Falmouth University for over 20 years.
Find out moreHow you'll learn
Our online short courses are delivered through Canvas, our online learning platform, with scheduled tutor-led sessions delivered through BigBlueButton, a browser-based online meeting tool, ensuring a seamless learning experience. Each session begins with a live online session where the tutor introduces the topic and guides learners through the course materials. Learning is supported through a range of methods, including videos and practical exercises, with tutors available throughout the session to provide guidance and answer questions. Our blended teaching approach combines live tutor support with high-quality online learning resources, creating an engaging and supportive learning experience.
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How to apply
| Tuition fees per individual |
£125* |
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*If you're a student or staff different fees apply. Please visit our dedicated student and staff areas for specific information.
To apply for this course, make your selection from the available dates below, this will take you to an event page where you will be able to book yourself onto the course via the Book now link.
Upcoming Short Courses
Wed 21 Oct 2026
21 & 28 October | 18:00 - 21:00 | £125
Get Started with Premiere Pro - Autumn
Online
Learn the basics of video editing
If no upcoming Short Courses are displayed above, get in touch with us for more information.
Apart from our Short Courses for 14-17 Year Olds, all of our Short Courses are for adults 18+.