Media/Film/Tv Studies
Altwood Church of England School - Windsor and Maidenhead
01628622236
Altwood Road, Maidenhead, SL6 4PU
Course summary

You will learn to make connections between different media forms and products, between media products and their contexts, and between theory and practical work. You will engage with a range of rich and stimulating media forms and products. You will develop media production skills, and apply their knowledge and understanding of the theoretical framework to media forms and products. Debating and discussion skills are useful. To extend learning in Media you should engage in media forms outside of lesson time. You will study products from 9 media forms: • Television • Magazines • Online media • Music videos • Video Games • Advertising and film marketing • Newspapers • Radio • Film (Industries only)

Entry requirements

A Level requires the minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4+ including Maths and English.

How you'll be assessed

You will sit 2 examinations in year 2. Both are worth 35% leaving 30% coursework (based on audio-visual extract or print publication). The coursework allows for learners to develop media production skills and become active creators of meaning.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWindsor and Maidenhead
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressAltwood Road, Maidenhead, SL6 4PU