Media Studies complements a variety of subjects and potential progression routes. As well as gaining an informed understanding of Media texts and their contexts, students will also develop practical skills using the edit suite. Case studies explored on the course include Beyonce's Formation video, Black Panther, Vogue magazine and Assassins Creed III. You will study and be assessed on the following three components, over a two-year period: Component 1: Media Products, Industries And Audiences (30% of qualification) This exam consists of two sections: Section A: Analysing Media Language and Representation Section B: Understanding Media Industries and Audiences Component 2: Media Forms & Products (40% of qualification) This exam consists of three sections: Section A: Television in the Global Age Section B: Magazines, Mainstream and Alternative Media Section C: Media in the Online Age Both exams assess media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. Component 3: Production Coursework (30% of qualification) Students will create two media products from the following media forms: television, magazine and marketing for film and music. Students will apply their knowledge and understanding of how texts are constructed for specific meanings and audiences.