Media Studies

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In order to ensure success in the Sixth Form, we have designed different pathways to suit your individual needs. Please see below for the specific entry criteria. In addition to this, students will need to check the specific entry criteria for their chosen subjects by checking each course descrpition.

The General Pathway

This pathway is for students who are unsure about which way their future will take them and therefore would like to keep their options as open as possible by gaining UCAS points with their Module Two Option.

Module One: three A Levels

Module Three: Enrichment Course

Module Four: Academic Coaching

You will need English and Mathematics at Grade 4 or above and at least four other GCSE subjects at Grade 4 or above.

The Combined Pathway

This pathway is for students who are unsure which way their future will take them and therefore would like to keep their options as open as possible.

Module One – either one of the three below options:

Two A-levels and one specialist qualification (equivalent to one A Level)

One A-level and two specialist qualifications (equivalent to one A Level each)

Three specialist qualifications (equivalent to one A Level each)

Module Two: Enrichment Course

Module Three: Academic Coaching

You will need English or Mathematics at Grade 4 or above and at least four other GCSE subjects at Grade 4 or above.

The Specialist Pathway

This pathway is equivalent to three A Levels and is designed for students who already know which career path they would like to take. Please refer to our on offer to view the range.

Module One: Advanced Specialist Qualification

Module Two: Work Placement

Module Three: Enrichment Course

You will need English or Mathematics at Grade 4 or above and at least four other GCSE subjects at Grade 4 or above.

The Extended Pathway

This pathway is for students aspiring to study at Oxbridge or one of the Russell Group Universities or who want to follow a high-demand course such as Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary, Law or Engineering.

Module One: Three A Levels

Module Two: One Advanced Subsidiary Level

Module Three: Enrichment Course

Module Four: Academic Coaching

You will need English and Mathematics at Grade 5 or above and at least four other GCSE subjects at Grade 5 or above.

The T Level Pathway

This course is equivalent to three A Levels and is designed for students who already know which career path they would like to take.

Module One: T Level Course

Module Two: Industry Placement

You will need English or Mathematics at Grade 4 or above and at least four other GCSE subjects at Grade 4 or above.

Media Studies is the study of modern forms of mass communication like television, the internet or the music industry. The course is designed to draw on your existing media experiences and develop your own abilities to respond critically to the media. You will study a wide range of media products, learn how to use theories to analyse the media and will also be expected to research and create your own media products. This subject will help you understand the world you live in and the media’s role within it. Throughout the course, you will develop your analytical and creative skills and consider issues ranging from representations, political bias and audience responses. You will also develop skills in research, written analysis and technological creativity.

AS/Year 12 Units

Unit 1: Investigating the Media - The examination assesses media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media context. It consists of two sections.

Unit 2: Investigating Media Forms and Products - This examination assesses knowledge and understanding of media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. It consists of three sections.

Unit 3: Media Production - Non-Examination Assessment.

A Level/Year 13 Units

Unit 1: Media Products, Industries and Audiences - The examination assesses media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. It consists of two sections.

Unit 2: Media Forms and Products in Depth - The examination assesses media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. It consists of three sections.

Unit 3: Cross-Media Production - Non-Examination Assessment.

AS Assessment Two examinations worth 50% each

A Level Assessment Three examinations worth 33.3% each

• You will need to achieve the pathway criteria, please see the prospectus for further information

• You will need to achieve a Grade 4 or above in English Language.

• Students who are currently studying Media should achieve a Grade 4 or above in the subject

• A background in Media is useful but not a requirement

If you are interested in a career in the Media, this is a valuable course, but even if you are not, the analytical and creative skills would be welcomed by a number of universities and careers.