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GCE A Level in Media Studies

at Whitburn Church of England Academy, Sunderland · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Why choose Media Studies? We are surrounded by the media in the 21stCentury and it informs almost every aspect of our lives. From your mobile phone to the daily newspaper to your games console the world is throwing hundreds of messages at you every day; Media Studies is one of the subjects that helps you understand this and puts you in control. The subject is relevant to modern life and society, and involves hands-on practical work designed to develop production skills and your understanding of critical theory. Possible careers include working within the film, TV, music or games industry. The level to which you will study criticism and debate will be useful in a wide variety of degree subjects such as English, Media, Politics, Journalism, and Law.

What you need to get on

A Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature.

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

  • Whitburn Church of England Academy

    Whitburn, Sunderland, SR6 7EF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Sunderland

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