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Media Studies A Level

at Varndean College, Brighton · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Media Studies A Level is an exciting journey into the world of media, offering students the chance to analyse and explore a wide range of media products, forms, and concepts. From websites to music videos, the buzz of radio shows to the digital world of gaming, this course covers it all! Students explore key areas like media language, representation, audiences, and industries, developing a keen understanding of how media shapes and reflects our world. Throughout the course, students build a powerful toolkit of skills—critical analysis, research, practical production, and communication—that are essential for thriving in today’s media landscape. They’ll get hands-on with media theory, dig into real-world industry contexts, and explore the fascinating ways in which media producers connect with their audiences. This isn’t just about theory; it’s about making media, too. With a balance of academic insight and creative application, students are prepared for careers in fields like media, journalism and advertising. Students take on a cross-media production coursework unit (making up 30% of the final grade) where they get to unleash their creativity by planning and producing their own media projects, all while applying their theoretical knowledge to the real world.

What you need to get on

Standard Advanced Level entry requirements

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

  • VARNDEAN COLLEGE

    Surrenden Road, Brighton, BN1 6WQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Brighton

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