Media Studies: AS/A2 Level

A Level

In Leyton

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Leyton

  • Duration

    2 Years

The balance of theory and practical work means that you will learn about how media industries operate in today's society. You will analyse media products and think about how audiences use these. You will produce media products of your own.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Leyton (London)
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E10 6EQ

Start date

On request

About this course

There are visits to TV studios and free film screenings at cinemas. You will also have the opportunity to participate in community media projects. We have strong links with media professionals and we regularly invite these professionals to the College to work with students.

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Course programme

Media Studies: AS and A2 Level
This subject offers you the opportunity to combine a theoretical understanding of the mass media in society, and methods for analysing media products, with the development of practical skills for media production.

Course details
The balance of theory and practical work means that you will learn about how media industries operate in today's society. You will analyse media products and think about how audiences use these. You will produce media products of your own.

How is it assessed?
Assessment is by a combination of examinations (50%) and practical production work (50%).

Course duration
One year at AS level. One year at A2 level.

What do I need to study this subject?
You should have five GCSE grades A*-C, including English Language. In addition you should have an existing knowledge of and/or interest in Media Studies.

Where can this lead me?
This subject offers a suitable background for a wide range of university courses including media studies, cultural studies, journalism, film studies, multimedia, communications, marketing/advertising and related disciplines.

What are the enrichment opportunities?
There are visits to TV studios and free film screenings at cinemas. You will also have the opportunity to participate in community media projects. We have strong links with media professionals and we regularly invite these professionals to the College to work with students.

Media Studies: AS/A2 Level

Price on request