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A Level Media Studies

at Brigshaw High School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Media Studies A Level course involves in-depth study of such aspects of the media as broadcast fiction, documentary, electronic media and advertising and marketing. Students learn about the construction of identity of various groups and have plenty of opportunity to develop their creative skills. The course helps students to understand the importance of the media and its role in modern society. Subject content: Media language; Media representation; Media industries; Media audiences Media One: Section A will focus on Media Language and Media Representations. Questions in this section will test the following forms: advertising and marketing; music video. Section B will focus on Media Industries and Media Audiences. Questions in this section can test any two of the following forms: Radio; newspapers; film (industries only). Media Two: Questions will focus on the in-depth media forms of television, magazines and online, social and participatory media/video games.

What you need to get on

If you have studied GCSE Media you will need at least a 5, if not you will need at least a grade 5 in English.

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

  • Brigshaw High School

    Brigshaw Lane Allerton Bywater, Castleford, WF10 2HR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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