Level 3 AS/A Level Media Studies OCR
A Level
In Hull
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Hull
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Duration
2 Years
Both AS and A2 Media Studies offer a combination of practical and theoretical units. Suitable for: Any student with an interest in the Media and/or thoughts of following a Higher Education course in Media / Film / Communications / Journalism / Cultural Studies. The course works well with many subjects but especially English Language, English Literature, Graphics, ICT, Photography, Film Studies and Sociology.
Important information
Government funding available
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Course programme
Level 3 : AS/A Level Media Studies (OCR)
Who is the course for?
Any student with an interest in the Media and/or thoughts of following a Higher Education course in Media / Film / Communications / Journalism / Cultural Studies. The course works well with many subjects but especially English Language, English Literature, Graphics, ICT, Photography, Film Studies and Sociology.
Content outline
Both AS and A2 Media Studies offer a combination of practical and theoretical units.
AS has a Key Media Concepts exam featuring Textual Analysis (TV, Drama) and an Audiences and Institutions (Music Industry) case study. The Foundation Practical Portfolio deals with producing an original music magazine.
A2 has a Critical Perspectives exam, dealing with productions skill development
and contemporary media issues, such as contemporary media regulation and post-modern media. The Advanced Practical Portfolio offers a variety of briefs that encompass video, print and e-media production.
Method of assessment
50% Examination 50% Coursework.
Level 3 AS/A Level Media Studies OCR