Media Studies

Assessment

Paper 1: Written paper (35% of A Level) Questions will focus on issues and debates in the media. A topic will be released in advance of the exam. Short answer questions relating to the theme. Four longer answer questions assessing in depth knowledge of the four areas of the theoretical framework—Form, Audience, Representation and Institution . Paper 2: Written paper (35% of A Level) Questions will focus on the analysis of media products, through the lens of the theoretical framework and refer to Close Study Products provided by the exam board. Short answers in relation to particular media products. Two longer answer questions assessing depth of knowledge of products. Coursework: Non-exam assessment: Creating a Media Product (30% of A Level) This part of the course is a practical media production relating to a format of the student’s choice. You will produce a statement of intent and cross-media products.