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Media Studies: A and AS Level
Media: BTEC First Diploma
Media Production: BTEC National Diploma
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.
The BTEC First Diploma is a practical work-related course. The course is aimed at students who wish to pursue a vocational media course that also prepares them for Advanced level courses or employment. It is equivalent to four GCSE grades A*-C.
Course details You will develop practical skills to enable you to produce your own media products as well as developing your writing skills. You will research and analyse media, look at careers in media industries and writing for the media, and produce videos, print products and sound.
How is it assessed? Assessment is through a coursework portfolio. Students will also take Key Skills for which they will produce a portfolio and take an examination.
Course duration One year full-time.
What do I need to study this subject? You should have GCSE grades A*-D which should include at least a D in English Language, or a Merit or Distinction in an appropriate level 1 course. You will need to show a piece of media work at interview.
Where can this lead me? Students who achieve a Merit or Distinction at this level may progress to the BTEC National Diploma or a similar Advanced course. The course helps develop skills necessary for employment in the media.
What are the enrichment opportunities? There are trips including visits to TV studios and free film screenings. You will also have the opportunity to participate in community media projects. We have strong links with media professionals and we regularly invite them to the College to work with students.
The BTEC National Diploma is a practical work-related course. Students learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic industry situations, activities and demands. As well as learning how media products communicate with audiences, you will develop broad-based production skills needed to start your career in the media. It is equivalent to three A levels.
Course details You will develop practical skills to enable you to produce moving images, print and image manipulation, journalism and sound for radio. You will plan, produce, edit and evaluate your own media productions in these areas. You will develop your writing and research skills.
How is it assessed? Assessment is through a coursework portfolio. Students will also take Key Skills for which they will produce a portfolio and take an examination.
Course duration Two years full-time.
What do I need to study this subject? You should have five GCSE grades A*-C including English Language, or a Merit or Distinction in BTEC First Diploma Media. You will need to show a piece of media work at interview.
Where can this lead me? This subject offers a suitable background for university study including a range of media production degrees, journalism, multimedia, marketing/advertising and related disciplines. Some of our students choose to progress directly into media-related employment.
What are the enrichment opportunities? There are visits to TV studios as part of the audience, and free film screenings. You will also have the opportunity to participate in community media projects. We have strong links with media professionals and we regularly invite them to the College to work with students.
