A Level Media Studies

Course

In Hampshire

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Hampshire

  • Duration

    2 Years

  • Start date

    Different dates available

About the course
In this course you will explore how the media has
the huge influence it does in our modern society.
You will consider how film/TV, print and other
media influences people’s behaviour and is such
a dominant part of life. Using the college’s superb
facilities there is plenty of scope to develop your
creative skills too.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Hampshire (Cambridgeshire )
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Boundary Road, Farnborough, Hants, GU14 6SB

Start date

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About this course

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs grade A*-C, including English Language. References will be required.

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Subjects

  • Media
  • Production
  • Skills and Training
  • Media Studies
  • Industry

Course programme

Subjects covered AS Subject Content MS1 – Media Representations and Responses – % of AS (% of full A level). Three compulsory questions across three sections, including one question on unseen audio-visual or print-based material. • Texts • Representations • Audience responses MS2 – Media Production Processes – % of AS (% of full A level) Three components: a pre-production; a production which develops from the pre-production; a report on the production process. A2 Subject Content MS3 – Media Investigation & Production - % of A2 (% of full A level) Three components of linked work, developing on the knowledge and skills of AS. • A written investigation into media text/s based on one or more of the key media concepts of genre, narrative and/or representation. • A media production. • An evaluation of how the production is informed by the investigative research. MS4 – Text, Industry and Audience - % of A2 (% of full A level) Three media industries are studied, each one via three main texts as case studies. Three questions are answered, from three sections: Text, Industry and Audience. Each question must be answered for a different media industry. Assessment Pattern AS Media Studies is assessed through two modules: MS1 examination of 2½ hours. MS2 coursework module in three parts. A2 Media Studies is assessed through two modules: MS3 coursework with three components MS4 examination of 2½ hours. Resources Required 8GB SD Card (must be ‘Class 1’; Blank DVDs; USB memory stick; Text book as specified at start of the course. (Cameras and editing facilities are supplied for use within the course). On completion What skills will I learn? Media studies develops skills in deconstruction, and analysis of the media texts and (at A2) industry practices. In particular you will consider potential audience interactions and influences on the media. Written communication skills are developed, as you will interpret complex material to demonstrate application of your understanding. This subject encourages students to develop their independent research and analysis skills within a structured environment. Technical skills are developed in film planning, production (often involving mature team-working skills) and post-production. The production coursework also develops reflective practice in evaluating work against intentions and professional practice.

A Level Media Studies

Price on request