AS and A Level Media Studies

What does the course involve?

Media studies gives you the opportunity to develop your understanding of the media and its influences. This will also involve creating your own practical productions in a variety of different media. The main areas of study are Television, Newpapers, Film and New Media Technology.

AS LEVEL

Unit 1: Foundation production. This is a film based assignment offered by oCr. Candidates also demonstrate that they have planned the assignment in a production log.
Unit 2: This unit assesses a candidate’s skills in textual analysis of languages and conventions of media forms and of the concept of presentation.
Unit 3: This unit assesses candidate’s knowledge of media institutions, production processes and new technology in the media.

A LEVEL

Unit 4: An advanced production with a 3000 word production log.
Unit 5: A critical research study. Candidates conduct independent research around an area of study chosen from an approved list. Examples of topics are sport and the Media, Women and Film,
Children’s TV, Crime and the Me dia.
Unit 6: This synoptic unit assesses how candidates develop critical arguments centred on media debates such as film censorship, British cinema since 1990, film genre, television soaps and local newspapers.

AS Candidates take units 1, 2 and 3. A level Candidates take, in addition, units 4, 5 and 6.

Students will also get the chance to tackle key skills related tasks which will help in the collection of evidence for the Key skills Qualification (KsQ).

The course is delivered through a variety of approaches: discussion of media topics such as representation of minority groups in situation comedy; analysis of film, TV, newspapers and magazines, use of IT and video equipment.

What exams and coursework are involved?

The course is divided into examination work based on theoretical knowledge of the media and practical coursework. This practical work is both film and print based.

What are the entry qualifications?

You will need at least grade C in GCse english language. There is a need for clear, accurate english in exams and coursework. You should show a willingness to join in discussions. You must be prepared to work on practical productions in your own time - editing a film is particularly time-consuming.

What could I do after completing the course?

Media studies combines well with all A levels. It is excellent preparation for studying Media or Communication or areas such as humanities and social sciences.

For any career that requires good oral and analytical skills and a sensitive understanding of the media, Media studies is a valuable qualification. such careers would include Journalism, Broadcasting, Advertising and Teaching.

For further information please contact Miss J Dawe.



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St John's Home School Information Community Services Theatre on the Hill School Calendar News Family & Friends Recruitment Professional Development Resources & Links Staff & Governors Contact Us Search our Site Sitemap		AS and A Level Media Studies What does the course involve? Media studies gives you the opportunity to develop your understanding of the media and its influences. This will also involve creating your own practical productions in a variety of different media. The main areas of study are Television, Newpapers, Film and New Media Technology. AS LEVEL Unit 1 Foundation production. This is a film based assignment offered by oCr. Candidates also demonstrate that they have planned the assignment in a production log. Unit 2 This unit assesses a candidate’s skills in textual analysis of languages and conventions of media forms and of the concept of presentation. Unit 3 This unit assesses candidate’s knowledge of media institutions, production processes and new technology in the media. A LEVEL Unit 4 An advanced production with a 3000 word production log. Unit 5 A critical research study. Candidates conduct independent research around an area of study chosen from an approved list. Examples of topics are sport and the Media, Women and Film, Children’s TV, Crime and the Me dia. Unit 6 This synoptic unit assesses how candidates develop critical arguments centred on media debates such as film censorship, British cinema since 1990, film genre, television soaps and local newspapers. AS Candidates take units 1, 2 and 3. A level Candidates take, in addition, units 4, 5 and 6. Students will also get the chance to tackle key skills related tasks which will help in the collection of evidence for the Key skills Qualification (KsQ). The course is delivered through a variety of approaches: discussion of media topics such as representation of minority groups in situation comedy; analysis of film, TV, newspapers and magazines, use of IT and video equipment. What exams and coursework are involved? The course is divided into examination work based on theoretical knowledge of the media and practical coursework. This practical work is both film and print based. What are the entry qualifications? You will need at least grade C in GCse english language. There is a need for clear, accurate english in exams and coursework. You should show a willingness to join in discussions. You must be prepared to work on practical productions in your own time - editing a film is particularly time-consuming. What could I do after completing the course? Media studies combines well with all A levels. It is excellent preparation for studying Media or Communication or areas such as humanities and social sciences. For any career that requires good oral and analytical skills and a sensitive understanding of the media, Media studies is a valuable qualification. such careers would include Journalism, Broadcasting, Advertising and Teaching. For further information please contact Miss J Dawe.
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