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A Level Media Studies

at Bolton Sixth Form College, Bolton · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Being media literate is essential in modern society! Students are encouraged to explore and reflect critically on a wide range of media platforms including TV, newspapers and social media. An extremely successful course that has a mixture of academic and practical content.

What you need to get on

Students studying three A Levels will be expected to have a minimum of two GCSEs at grade 6 and three GCSEs at grade 5/4, including English Language and Mathematics at grade 5/4 or above. Or eight GCSEs at a minimum of grade 5.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • The Sixth Form Bolton

    Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5BU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Bolton

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