Media Studies
at The Ellen Wilkinson School For Girls, London · school or sixth form
What the college says
A Level Media Studies offers a broad, engaging and stimulating course of study which offers learners the opportunity to develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of the media and to develop analytical and practical production skills. Learners study a wide range of media forms and products through the theoretical framework of media, which encompasses media language, representations, media industries and audiences. Media products are also studied in relation to relevant contexts, and learners will study, apply and evaluate a range of theories and theoretical approaches. Learners also develop practical production skills and apply their knowledge and understanding of the theoretical framework to a cross-media production in two forms. Students will gain an understanding of how the Media Industry works, and study themes that run consistently across all aspects of the Media industry. Learners taking this course would be expected to be on a full programme of study comprising at least two other subject areas.
What you need to get on
GCSE English Grade 6 and Mathematics Grade 4. Students should also have basic literacy with ICT and have evidence of creativity.
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 Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls
Queens Drive, Acton, W3 0HW
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Acton
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