Garth Hill College'A' Level Media Studies
A Level Media Studies is designed to widen your intellectual horizons through the analysis of both global and historical media. This will foster the development of critical and reflective thinking to encourage engagement in the critical debates surrounding contemporary media. Media Studies should inspire and develop an aspiration to continue learning beyond the confines of the classroom as well as developing personal and interpersonal skills that will serve you well both in Higher Education and in the workplace. A Level Media Studies offers a broad, coherent and rigorous course of study and has been created to ensure that all types of learners can fulfil their potential.
A-Level Media Studies Overview:
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Component 1: Media Products, Industries and Audiences Written examination: 2 hours 15 minutes 35% of qualification |
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The examination assesses media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. It consists of two sections:
Section A: Analysing Media Language and Representation This section assesses media language and representation in relation to two of the following media forms: advertising, marketing, music video or newspapers. There are two questions in this section:
Section B: Understanding Media Industries and Audiences This section assesses two of the following media forms – advertising, marketing, film, newspapers, radio, video games - and media contexts. It includes:
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Component 2: Media Forms and Products in Depth Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes 35% of qualification |
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The examination assesses media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. It consists of three sections:
Section A – Television in the Global Age There will be one two-part question or one extended response question.
Section B – Magazines: Mainstream and Alternative Media There will be one two-part question or one extended response question.
Section C – Media in the Online Age There will be one two-part question or one extended response question. |
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Component 3: Cross-Media Production Non exam assessment 30% of qualification |
| An individual cross-media production based on two forms in response to a choice of briefs set by WJEC, applying knowledge and understanding of the theoretical framework and digital convergence. |
What do I need to study Media Studies?
We recommend the following:
- Grade 5 in English (Language or Literature)
- Five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and Maths
Where can Media Studies take me?
Thinking of university? Some ideas include:
- Media Studies
- Media and Communication
- Film Studies
- English and Journalism
- Creative Writing and Media
Potential jobs later on:
- performing arts
- broadcast & media
- publishing and journalism
- advertising and marketing
- arts, crafts & design
- information technology
- travel and tourism
There is a range of apprenticeships linked to an interest in media studies including:
- arts, media and publishing, e.g. digital design, digital journalist
- advertising & marketing, e.g. digital marketing, social media & digital marketing
- information technology, e.g. web developer
