BTEC Media Production is a practical course that allows students to study media without the pressure of a single, final examination. The course is the equivalent of one A-Level meaning that students can complete a single A-Level in a year. The OLA Media Production course allows students to learn about media whilst also applying their knowledge and understanding practically. The course contains a mixture of assessment methods and works very well for students who favour coursework portfolios over exam assessments. Students are given an insight into the film and television industry and OLA has links with a number of key employers. Students will meet a number of industry experts and attend a variety of trips associated with this subject.
In practice, we look at each pupil as an individual to see how they conform to our principles and we usually expect that they will have achieved at least 5 GCSEs/IGCSEs at grade 5 or above with ideally grade 6 or above in the subjects they wish to study at A-Level. However, some of the subjects you are interested in may not have been taught at GCSE, so it is impossible to specify exact entry requirements for all of our A-Level subjects. We will consider equivalent qualifications gained from other educational systems. Our philosophy for learning is designed to challenge all students in learning and thinking and to encourage and develop a resilient mindset. There are no formal entry requirements to study BTEC Media Production. However, students would benefit from having a grade 5 or above in English Literature or Language. Students will also benefit from having studied GCSE Film or Media Studies but this is not essential.
Unit 1 is assessed via an online examination in January. Unit 4 and the optional unit are internally assessed by OLA and moderated through the exam board, Pearson Edexcel. Unit 8 is externally assessed but is a controlled assessment, meaning that students complete a practical task under timed conditions and are supervised, much like an examination.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,435 - £18,525 |
| Address | Radley Road, Abingdon, OX14 3PS |
BTEC Media Production is a practical course that allows students to study media without the pressure of a single, final examination. The course is the equivalent of one A-Level meaning that students can complete a single A-Level in a year. The OLA Media Production course allows students to learn about media whilst also applying their knowledge and understanding practically. The course contains a mixture of assessment methods and works very well for students who favour coursework portfolios over exam assessments. Students are given an insight into the film and television industry and OLA has links with a number of key employers. Students will meet a number of industry experts and attend a variety of trips associated with this subject.
In practice, we look at each pupil as an individual to see how they conform to our principles and we usually expect that they will have achieved at least 5 GCSEs/IGCSEs at grade 5 or above with ideally grade 6 or above in the subjects they wish to study at A-Level. However, some of the subjects you are interested in may not have been taught at GCSE, so it is impossible to specify exact entry requirements for all of our A-Level subjects. We will consider equivalent qualifications gained from other educational systems. Our philosophy for learning is designed to challenge all students in learning and thinking and to encourage and develop a resilient mindset. There are no formal entry requirements to study BTEC Media Production. However, students would benefit from having a grade 5 or above in English Literature or Language. Students will also benefit from having studied GCSE Film or Media Studies but this is not essential.
Unit 1 is assessed via an online examination in January. Unit 4 and the optional unit are internally assessed by OLA and moderated through the exam board, Pearson Edexcel. Unit 8 is externally assessed but is a controlled assessment, meaning that students complete a practical task under timed conditions and are supervised, much like an examination.