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Media Studies

at St Aidan'S Church of England High School, Harrogate · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

You will be required to sit two examination components and one non-examination assessment that cover the key theoretical frameworks and a variety of media forms. Learners study a range of media forms – advertising and marketing, film, magazines, music video, newspapers, online media, radio, television and video games. A range of media products are examined, all of which contain social, cultural and historical significance and illustrate a range of genres, styles and forms. Students will explore ideas about audience categorisation and reflect critically on different industry contexts, including those outside the commercial mainstream aimed at, or produced by, minority groups reflecting contemporary and emerging developments in the media. This provides rich opportunities for analysis and application of the theoretical framework.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects at grade 5, including GCSE 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

  • St Aidan's and St John Fisher's Associated Sixth Form

    ST. AIDANS C OF E HIGH SCHOOL OATLANDS DRIVE, HARROGATE, HG2 8JR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · HARROGATE

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