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Advanced GCE in Media Studies

at The Holy Cross School, New Malden · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Media Studies is a broad and exciting subject that explores the ways in which media texts are created, distributed, consumed and interpreted. It examines their social and cultural impact, as well as the role that they play in our everyday lives. Students will view, evaluate and analyse a variety of media products, and develop practical skills spanning a range of media forms. They will also refine their debating skills through the discussion of contemporary issues from a range of perspectives. This subject enhances students' media literarcy, enabling them to critically analyse and create media content. By developing their critical thinking skills, students learn to deconstruct media texts, interrogate their messages and techniques, and evaluate their impact on audiences. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to produce their own media products, applying their theoretical knowledge in a practical context. This fosters creativity and work-related skills that are essential for success in a media-driven society.

What you need to get on

GCSE English Language or GCSE Enlgish Literature Grade 5 or above. Students must have strong English language skills in order to read, analyse and write about a variety of media texts effectively.

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 Holy Cross School

    25, Sandal Road, New Malden, KT3 5AR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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