A Level Media Studies

General Qualifications: For 3 A Level subjects you require 6 GCSEs grades 9-4 in academic subjects, taken in one sitting.

In addition, there are subject specific entry criteria which relate to the specific demands of the subject. Specifically for A Level Media Studies you need a GCSE grade 6 in a suitable subject such as English.

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Media Studies is a contemporary dynamic academic subject that explores the use and role of the media in modern society. Students explore the growth and significance of media forms and critically evaluate media content. The main themes are: media language, media representation, and media industries and media audiences. 30 % of the course is a non-examined assessment. This will provide students with the opportunity to creatively apply their theoretical knowledge in a range of practical lessons.

Assessment will be by both examination and NEA: 2 written papers of 2 hours each at the end of 2 years – 70% of A-Level; Non-exam assessment (NEA) – Creating a cross-media production – 30% Of A-Level.

A Level Media Studies (AQA – 7572)

You will be expected to buy textbooks and money for enrichment activities (trips)

On successful completion of this course you will achieve an A Level in Media Studies. Media Studies is both an academic and practical A- Level and is accepted by all good universities. It provides students with transferable skills for future careers and experience and prepares them if they chose to progress with their media studies. Most students progress to university and study a range of arts/media, social science and humanities degrees.