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GCE A Level in Media Studies

at Tudor Grange Academy, Solihull, Solihull · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The WJEC Eduqas Media Studies A-Level: offers a broad, engaging and stimulating course of study which enables leaners to: Demonstrate skills on enquiry, critical thinking, decision making and analysis Demonstrate a critical approach to media issues Demonstrate appreciation and critical understanding of the media and their role both historically and currently in society, culture, politics and the economy Develop an understanding of the dynamic and changing relationships between media forms, products, industries and audiences Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the global nature of the media Apply theoretical knowledge and specialist subject terminology to analyse and compare media products and the contexts in which they are produced and consumed Make informed arguments, reach substantiated judgements and draw conclusions about media issues Engage in critical debate about academic theories used in media studies Appreciate how theoretical understanding supports practice and practice supports theoretical understanding Demonstrate sophisticated practical skills by providing opportunities for creative media production.

What you need to get on

Students choosing to study four A levels* If you wish to study four A levels you must achieve: Six GCSE's at grade 7or above. Mathematics and English at grade 6 or above. Students choosing to study three A Levels If you wish to study three A levels you must achieve: Six GCSE's at grade 6 or above. Mathematics and English at grade 5 or above. If the subject has been studied at GCSE you need to have gained a 6 in that subject.

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

  • Tudor Grange Academy Solihull

    Dingle Lane, Solihull, B91 3PD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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