Pre GCSE Media Studies

Pre GCSE Media Studies
Centres:
City Academy Saltley :

Length:
1 Year

Attendance:
3 hours per week

Start date:
September

Times:
Daytime

Qualification:
Entry Level Media (WJEC)

Course Content:
The course consists of 4 modules: 1. Magazines & Comics (Print) 2. Radio (Broadcast) 3. TV & Film (Broadcast) 4. Either a. Advertising or b. Computer Games Each module will involve some pre-production (research & planning); production (producing an original text e.g. A film poster); post-production (an evaluation of work done). This is very much a `hands-on practical course and will develop your English & ICT skills + give the opportunity to learn new practical & group skills.

Texts and topics are taken from a wide range & variety of sources, so start researching now and maybe look at some media texts that you have not considered before!

Progression:
Successful students could go on to study GCSE Media or BTEC Diploma in Media.

What's the next step?

If you are sure this is the right course for you, you can either:

• Complete an application form and return it to the Admissions Offices at either Handsworth Campus or Fordrough Campus
• Come along to one of our main enrolment sessions