Media/Film/Tv Studies

Course summary

A Level Media is part of a package of courses. Within the local area there are a number of employers who are looking to recruit people with initiative, creativity and imagination. This A Level Media Studies specification offers a broad, engaging and stimulating course of study which offers learners the opportunity to develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of the media and to develop analytical and practical production skills. Learners study a wide range of media forms and products through the theoretical framework of media, which encompasses media language, representations, media industries and audiences. Media products are also studied in relation to relevant contexts, and learners will study, apply and evaluate a range of theories and theoretical approaches. Learners also develop practical production skills and apply their knowledge and understanding of the theoretical framework to a cross-media production in two forms. Some media forms are studied in relation to key areas and aspects of the theoretical framework, others (Television, Magazines and Online Media) are studied in relation to all areas of the framework. There are set products for study in every form; however, teachers may select additional products to develop learners’ understanding of the form and to prepare for unseen analysis in the examination. Teachers are also able to select the products for the in-depth studies from a choice of options in the specification. Assessment is based on two written examinations (totaling 70% of the qualification) and non-exam assessment (cross-media production, 30% of the qualification). This qualification could lead to careers in the following sectors: Media, Business, Education, Creative Arts, Administration and Social Work. Teachers on this course have substantial experience in examining and have published several Media textbooks. Plans for next year’s course include a two-day trip to London where we will visit a range of media-related organisations, such as Warner Brothers (The Harry Potter Experience) and BBC TV production studios. A Level Media is part of a package of courses. Within the local area there are a number of employers who are looking to recruit people with initiative, creativity and imagination.