Media Studies A Level
A Level Media Studies is ideal for creative and analytical thinkers who are passionate about exploring the media industry. This course blends practical production with critical analysis, helping you understand how media shapes our world while developing your own creative projects. It is a course that requires you to be creative, original and have a thirst for studying all aspect of media.
Course overview
A Level Media Studies provides the opportunity to study a range of media forms in terms of a theoretical framework, which consists of media language, representation, media industires and audiences. A number of different forms are studies in depth including: newspapers, magazines, television, film, music video, radio and video games.
The course is split into a practical piece of course work and an exam. For the practical element you will get the opportunity to either create and edit short films, or plan and develop print media ideas i.e. posters, graphic design etc. These will demonstrate your practical and creative skills and give you a portfolio of work. The exam relates to audience and representation, looking at
various forms of media and how it can be analysed.
What this course covers
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including GCSE Maths at grade 4 and GCSE English Language at grade 5.
Progression Opportunities
This qualification supports progression to university-level creative courses such as media production, journalism, PR, and film studies. You’ll also develop transferable skills in analysis and critical thinking, useful across a wide range of careers.
Delivery And Assessment
This two-year course, through the exam board: Eduqas, is principally assessed by written examination at the end of study, but also includes a significant Non-Exam Assessed (30% Coursework) Component, including both practical and written work.
