A Level Media Studies is for students who want to learn about how media content is produced. In the course, you will expand your knowledge of how a variety of media industries work and the effect these industries have on audiences. You will also have the opportunity to produce your own moving image and web-based media content in the practical coursework unit. Skills Media Studies teaches you how to read and analyze the media and enhances your understanding of current events in the world. You will learn about how media products are made, who produces them, and why. You will also gain insights into how the media portrays various social groups and how the audience interprets these representations. On the practical side of the course, you will develop research, filming, editing, and web design skills using up-to-date hardware and software such as Final Cut Pro.
6 GCSEs between 9 to 4 (A*-C) for including 2 of English, Maths or Science. 2 should be at least grade 6 (B).
Component 1: Media products, industries, and audiences Percentage of total marks: 35%. You will study advertising, music videos, radio, video games, film, and newspapers. Component 2: Media forms and products in depth Percentage of total marks: 35%. You will focus on television, magazines, and online media. Component 3: Cross-media production Percentage of total marks: 35% You will produce a music video and a band/artist website (coursework unit).
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Chichester Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5PB |
A Level Media Studies is for students who want to learn about how media content is produced. In the course, you will expand your knowledge of how a variety of media industries work and the effect these industries have on audiences. You will also have the opportunity to produce your own moving image and web-based media content in the practical coursework unit. Skills Media Studies teaches you how to read and analyze the media and enhances your understanding of current events in the world. You will learn about how media products are made, who produces them, and why. You will also gain insights into how the media portrays various social groups and how the audience interprets these representations. On the practical side of the course, you will develop research, filming, editing, and web design skills using up-to-date hardware and software such as Final Cut Pro.
6 GCSEs between 9 to 4 (A*-C) for including 2 of English, Maths or Science. 2 should be at least grade 6 (B).
Component 1: Media products, industries, and audiences Percentage of total marks: 35%. You will study advertising, music videos, radio, video games, film, and newspapers. Component 2: Media forms and products in depth Percentage of total marks: 35%. You will focus on television, magazines, and online media. Component 3: Cross-media production Percentage of total marks: 35% You will produce a music video and a band/artist website (coursework unit).