Entry requirements (Minimum): Sat Media Studies GCSE – Media Studies 6 & English Language 6 Did not sit Media Studies GCSE – English language 6 & English Literature 6 Course content: Media Studies is both an academic and a practical subject; students will be able to further develop their written skills to a high level. Students will view, evaluate and analyse a variety of media products, and develop practical skills spanning a range of media forms. Covering contemporary, diverse topics and varied and engaging content, they will develop research and problem-solving skills as well as creativity. In addition, they will refine their debating skills through the discussion of contemporary issues from a range of perspectives. Students will also extend their practical skills in their chosen medium, building their capacity for independent research, and gaining a deeper appreciation and understanding of the role media plays in day-to-day life. The skills gained on the course will enable them to progress to higher education and beyond. Assessment: Component 1: Questions will focus on set texts provided by the exam board ranging from 1950’s advertising to contemporary film marketing. Students will be expected to utilise the theoretical frameworks of media as well as a number of named media theorists in their studies. Written exam: 2 hr and 15 mins 90 marks 35% of A-Level Questions • Section A – Media Language and Representation • Section B – Industries and Audience • Historical, economic, social and cultural contexts and their impact on production and consumption of the media • Stepped questioning including a 30-mark extended writing answer Component 2: Questions will focus on the analysis of media products, through the lens of the theoretical framework. Students will be expected to refer to the Close Study Products (CSPs) provided by Eduqas. The 6 products will be drawn from the Online Media, television and magazine sectors. Students will be expected to study these texts in detail utilising all the theoretical frameworks. Written exam: 2h and 30 mins 90 marks 35% of A-Level Questions • Section A – Television (30 marks) • Section B – Online media (30 marks) • Section C – Magazines (30 marks) • All sections will feature two split mark questions or a 30-mark extended writing question. Non-exam assessment: No exam 60 marks 30% of A-Level. Assessed by teachers. Moderated by Eduqas • Creating a media product • Application of knowledge and understanding of the theoretical framework • Practical skills relating to the media format of their choice • A choice of topics related to the over-arching (annually changing) theme, cross-media products made for an intended audience Why Media at Samuel Ryder Academy? Media Studies is a very well-established subject at Samuel Ryder Academy and we offer a range of courses including A-Level, GCSE and Creative Media Production BTEC Extended Diploma. Our examination results are consistently high, and we achieve highly compared to the national average which reflects the excellence of the teachers involved. Unlike other schools in the area, Media Studies is not a sub-faculty of the English Department at Samuel Ryder Academy. All the teachers of the GCSE and A-Level courses are media subject specialists with years of experience. Several of our students’ work has been retained by the exam board as exemplars for training examiners. Through media studies, students can expect to develop both academic and practical subject knowledge. Whilst developing written skills to a high level, students will also develop some excellent digital design skills and explore the potential of new technologies. Past students have gained employment in the world of media, working for renowned institutions such as Madam Tussauds, The Guardian and Sky. Expectations of students: This course is demanding in terms of: independence, wider readings, cultural and social awareness and written competency. Career paths: The media is one of the fastest growing areas of the economy and Media Studies combines well with a number of other courses at universities. In addition to subject specific skills, students may also develop leadership skills, organisational skills, cooperative working practices, vision and innovation, taking concept to product and ICT skills.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR |
Entry requirements (Minimum): Sat Media Studies GCSE – Media Studies 6 & English Language 6 Did not sit Media Studies GCSE – English language 6 & English Literature 6 Course content: Media Studies is both an academic and a practical subject; students will be able to further develop their written skills to a high level. Students will view, evaluate and analyse a variety of media products, and develop practical skills spanning a range of media forms. Covering contemporary, diverse topics and varied and engaging content, they will develop research and problem-solving skills as well as creativity. In addition, they will refine their debating skills through the discussion of contemporary issues from a range of perspectives. Students will also extend their practical skills in their chosen medium, building their capacity for independent research, and gaining a deeper appreciation and understanding of the role media plays in day-to-day life. The skills gained on the course will enable them to progress to higher education and beyond. Assessment: Component 1: Questions will focus on set texts provided by the exam board ranging from 1950’s advertising to contemporary film marketing. Students will be expected to utilise the theoretical frameworks of media as well as a number of named media theorists in their studies. Written exam: 2 hr and 15 mins 90 marks 35% of A-Level Questions • Section A – Media Language and Representation • Section B – Industries and Audience • Historical, economic, social and cultural contexts and their impact on production and consumption of the media • Stepped questioning including a 30-mark extended writing answer Component 2: Questions will focus on the analysis of media products, through the lens of the theoretical framework. Students will be expected to refer to the Close Study Products (CSPs) provided by Eduqas. The 6 products will be drawn from the Online Media, television and magazine sectors. Students will be expected to study these texts in detail utilising all the theoretical frameworks. Written exam: 2h and 30 mins 90 marks 35% of A-Level Questions • Section A – Television (30 marks) • Section B – Online media (30 marks) • Section C – Magazines (30 marks) • All sections will feature two split mark questions or a 30-mark extended writing question. Non-exam assessment: No exam 60 marks 30% of A-Level. Assessed by teachers. Moderated by Eduqas • Creating a media product • Application of knowledge and understanding of the theoretical framework • Practical skills relating to the media format of their choice • A choice of topics related to the over-arching (annually changing) theme, cross-media products made for an intended audience Why Media at Samuel Ryder Academy? Media Studies is a very well-established subject at Samuel Ryder Academy and we offer a range of courses including A-Level, GCSE and Creative Media Production BTEC Extended Diploma. Our examination results are consistently high, and we achieve highly compared to the national average which reflects the excellence of the teachers involved. Unlike other schools in the area, Media Studies is not a sub-faculty of the English Department at Samuel Ryder Academy. All the teachers of the GCSE and A-Level courses are media subject specialists with years of experience. Several of our students’ work has been retained by the exam board as exemplars for training examiners. Through media studies, students can expect to develop both academic and practical subject knowledge. Whilst developing written skills to a high level, students will also develop some excellent digital design skills and explore the potential of new technologies. Past students have gained employment in the world of media, working for renowned institutions such as Madam Tussauds, The Guardian and Sky. Expectations of students: This course is demanding in terms of: independence, wider readings, cultural and social awareness and written competency. Career paths: The media is one of the fastest growing areas of the economy and Media Studies combines well with a number of other courses at universities. In addition to subject specific skills, students may also develop leadership skills, organisational skills, cooperative working practices, vision and innovation, taking concept to product and ICT skills.