Media/Film/Tv Studies

Course summary

In Components 1 and 2 students will study a range of media texts in terms of a theoretical framework consisting of media language, representation, media industries and audiences. The contemporary texts studied are from feature films, television, magazines, newspapers, video games, online and social and participatory media. Media theorists are used to further embed students’ knowledge. In Component 3 students will synthesise their knowledge and understanding of this framework and apply it to their practical production. Briefs have included sequences for a television show and print marketing campaigns for new films.