Advanced GCE in Media Studies
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for. It is approved for 16 to 18 study, so it can be taken as part of a study programme.
113 providers teach this exact qualification.
South East28
Slough · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE English Literature or English language. Students with a grade 6 in Sociology or Media Studies at GCSE will be considered with grade 5 English
Their versionFreeCamberley · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSEs grade 4 (C) or above including English.
Their versionFreeDartford Grammar School For Girls
2 years
They ask for: All students joining Year 12 will have achieved: • A minimum of 52 points over 8 GCSE subjects; • A minimum of grade 5 in Mathematics and grade 6 in GCSE Englis
Newport Pagnell · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeFarnborough College of Technology
Farnborough · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Woking · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum sixth form entry requirements of five GCSE grades 9-5 including grade 5 in English and Mathematics. Subject criteria: GCSE grade 5 in either English Lan
Their versionFreeMarlow · 2 years
They ask for: Students should have achieved at least a Grade 6 in their GCSE Media Studies. If Media was not studied at GCSE a Grade 6 or above in English Language or Literat
Their versionFreeGuildford · 24 months
They ask for: Minimum requirement: Grade 5 English Language. An ability to work independently – you will be expected to research and create your own media productions. At tim
Their versionFreeCrawley · 24 months
They ask for: Grade 6 in Media Studies (if taken at GCSE) or Grade 6 in English Language (if not)
Ashford · 11 months
They ask for: Media Studies 6 (if taken) English Language 5, English Literature 5
Their versionFreeHomewood School and Sixth Form Centre
Tenterden · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 and above including English & English Literature.
2 years
They ask for: You must meet the specific requirements for the subject of 5 x 4-9 grades including English and Maths at a grade 4.
Their versionFreeReading · 2 years
They ask for: English grade 5 and Maths grade 4
Their versionFreeMaidstone Grammar School For Girls
Maidstone · 22 months
They ask for: Admission to the Sixth Form will be as a result of applicants achieving a minimum Grade 5 in English Language and Mathematics. In total students need to have ac
Their versionFreeCrawley · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 in Film Studies (if taken) and English
Their versionFreeGillingham · 2 years
They ask for: The normal entry requirements apply for advanced courses, including a grade 5 in GCSE English; some practical and creative interests e.g. art/photography and an
Their versionFreeBuckingham · 2 years
They ask for: We require at least a grade 6 in your GCSE English Language exam. You will need to be keen to watch and read a range of television, film and print and e- media
Their versionFreeSt Anselm'S Catholic School, Canterbury
Canterbury · 24 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language.
Their versionFreeLittlehampton · 2 years
They ask for: See website for details
Their versionFreeNew Milton · 9 months
They ask for: A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at grade 5 or above is preferred. There is no requirement for students embarking on an AS or A level in media studies to have previou
Their versionFreeMilton Keynes · 2 years
They ask for: As per prospectus
The John Wallis Church of England Academy
Ashford · 1 year
They ask for: At least 5 4-9 GCSE grades (or A*-C legacy GCSE grades) with a minimum of 6 or above in GCSE English
Their versionFreeThe John Wallis Church of England Academy
Ashford · 2 years
They ask for: At least 5 4-9 GCSE grades (or A*-C legacy GCSE grades) with a minimum of 6 or above in GCSE English
Their versionFreeMilton Keynes · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GSCE Grade 4-9 including Maths or English
Their versionFreeWaddesdon Church of England School
Aylesbury · 2 years
They ask for: Waddesdon Points System to enter the Sixth Form explained in the prospectus. Minimum of 4 in GCSE English Language.
Their versionFreeMilton Keynes · 2 years
They ask for: Our entry requirements are five grades awarded 9–5 at GCSE/L2 merit or above at BTEC/CTEC equivalent including a minimum of GCSE Grade 5 or above in English & M
Their versionFreeSittingbourne · 2 years
They ask for: Students need to have 5 GCSEs graded at 9 - 5 including mathematics, and at least a grade 5 in English Language or English Literature. A grade 6 in media studie
Oxford · 24 months
They ask for: 4 GCSE's at grade 4 or above
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London16
Barnet · 36 weeks
They ask for: General Qualifications: For 3 A Level subjects you require 6 GCSEs grades 9-4 in academic subjects, taken in one sitting. In addition, there are subject specifi
Their version£2,225Uxbridge · 2 years
They ask for: 5 in GCSE Media preferable. Grade 5 in English if never studied Media at GCSE.
Their versionFreeLondon · 2 years
They ask for: Five Grade 9-5 at GCSE plus subject specific requirements: Grade 5 in English language or literature
Their versionFreeChislehurst · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Enfield · 18 months
They ask for: Creativity and a genuine interest in the media industry are essential. A GCSE in Media Studies is not necessary, however in order to cope with the analytical wr
Their versionFreeLondon · 22 months
They ask for: 31 points from your English Language GCSE, Maths GCSE, and five other best GCSE results. GCSXE English Grade 5
Their versionFreeChrist'S Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School
Richmond · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeLondon · 2 years
They ask for: 6+ in English Literature OR Language
Their versionFreeHighgate Wood Secondary School
London · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 in English Language and/or Media Studies
Their versionFreeIlford · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GSCE Grade A* to C
Their versionFreeEnfield · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 or above at GCSE and 8 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English and Maths
London · 2 years
They ask for: General entry requirements - 5 GCSE's 9-5. There are no specific subject requirements for this subject.
Their versionFreeThe Charter School East Dulwich
London · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeThe Charter School North Dulwich
London · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 in English Language and Literature and 6 in Media (if studied).
Their versionFreeHounslow · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeNew Malden · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE English Language or GCSE Enlgish Literature Grade 5 or above. Students must have strong English language skills in order to read, analyse and write about a
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North West15
Birkenhead High School Academy
Prenton · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeSt. Helens · 2 years
They ask for: Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. You will need grade 5 in GCSE English Language or grade 5 in GCSE Media Studies (if studied)
Manchester · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs 4-9, including English Language and Maths
Their versionFreeBarrow-In-Furness · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
Millom · 2 years
They ask for: The minimum entry criteria for studying Level 3 subjects at Millom School Sixth Form are: 2 grades at grade 4 or above in GCSE English and mathematics plus 3 gr
Their versionFree24 months
They ask for: 5 grade 4 at GCSE level which must include a grade 4 or above in English Language or Literature. An interest in film, television and popular culture is highly d
Their versionFreeChester · 2 years
They ask for: English and Maths at Level 2
Their versionFreeLeyland · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of 5x Grade 5 including English Language or Literature.
Their versionFreePrenton · 2 years
They ask for: Sixth Form Entry Requirements
Their versionFreeSt Hilda'S Church of England High School
Liverpool · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C
Liverpool · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of 32 points in your best 8 subjects including English & Maths. 5 in GCSE English Literature or English Language.
The Crompton House Church of England Academy
Oldham · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Carlisle · 18 months
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeChester · 2 years
They ask for: 5 9-4 including GCSE ‘6’ in English Language
Their versionFreeWilmslow · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 5 GCSEs, grades 4 - 9 (A* - C), including Grade 5 or above in English Language. In addition, students who have studied Media Studies at GCSE level
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East Midlands14
Derby · 2 years
They ask for: Sixth form entry requirements. GCSE grade 5 in English Language.
Their versionFreeBakewell · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE grade 5 in English.
Their versionFreeLincoln Christ'S Hospital School
Lincoln · 23 months
They ask for: Five GCSE grades 9 - 4 or equivalent including grade 5 in English and Mathematics
Derby · 2 years
They ask for: See LCS Sixth Form prospectus for further details. https://www.littleover.derby.sch.uk/content/6prospectus/files/prospectus2024.pdf
Their versionFreeMansfield · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE grade 5 or above including English. Merit Level 2 or above in BTEC Creative Media.
Their versionFreeMelton Vale Sixth Form College
2 years
They ask for: To study A-Levels at MV16 you must have achieved a minimum of grade 4+ in GCSE English and Maths, plus 3 grade 5's in other subject areas and to include subject
Their versionFreeNorthampton · 68 weeks
They ask for: Please refer to the schools website for entry requirements. www.nsb.northants.sch.uk
Their versionFreeNottingham · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE Grade 9-4 (including a 4 in English Language)
Their versionFreeNottingham · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 4 GCSE in Mathematics and English Language A minimum of five GCSEs at grades 5 and above including grade 6 in the subjects selected for A Level. *To study
Their versionFreeRushden · 2 years
They ask for: An average GCSE point score of 4.5+ with 4 in English language. Skills and attributes: A creative eye and willingness to learn digital design and editing softwa
Nottingham · 2 years
They ask for: 3 Grade 6s in chosen subjects (or nearest equivalents) + 2 Grade 5s
Their versionFreeNottingham · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeVision West Nottinghamshire College
Mansfield · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSEs grade 4-9 An overall average of a grade 4*. Following your application you will normally be offered a place subject to achieving the entry requiremen
Leicester · 2 years
They ask for: A Level Study: To join the Sixth Form there is an entry criteria of five standard passes at GCSE (at least a Grade 4). This must include at least a Grade 4 in E
East of England12
2 years
They ask for: Standard entry requirements of a minimum 5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 plus: Minimum Grade 4 English Language
Their versionFreeBiddenham International School and Sports College
Bedford · 2 years
They ask for: See web site for details
Their versionFreeDunmow · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including Maths and English plus a grade 4 in Media
Their versionFreeHuntingdon · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum Sixth Form Entry is Five 5s. For this course:GCSE grade 5 in English Language or Literature .
Their versionFreePeterborough · 36 weeks
They ask for: The standard requirement for A Levels at Stamford College is 5 GCSEs at Grade 5/C or above as a minimum for humanities subjects and 6/B in maths for all science
Sawbridgeworth · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeBury St. Edmunds · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE Grade C/4
Sandy · 2 years
They ask for: 6 GCSE's at grade 4-9
Their versionFreeSheringham · 2 years
They ask for: At least two GCSEs at grade 6, including in Media or a related subject, and a further three at grade 4 or higher.
Their versionFreeSimon Balle All-Through School
Hertford · 2 years
They ask for: Average Points Score of 4.0 in best 8 Full Course GCSEs. In addition to Maths, English Literature and English Language GCSE grade 4.
Their versionFreeBeccles · 2 years
They ask for: 5 Grade 4s at GCSE across 4 different subject areas; this should include a Grade 4 for English Language and mathematics
Leighton Buzzard · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE Grades 5-9
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South West11
Bristol · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSEs grades 9-4 (or equivalent) including a 4 in English Language.An interest in all forms of media.
Ferndown · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreePlymouth · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 5 passes at grade 5 (including English and Maths). A minimum of a grade 6 in English Language or Literature is recommended. A grade 5 will be consi
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: You will need to have attained a Grade 5 in English Language. This is due to the level of writing as well as critical thinking required on the course. There is
Barnstaple · 2 years
They ask for: A grade 4 or above in GCSE Art is preferable.
Their version£1,224Bristol · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSEs grades 9-4 (or equivalent) including a 4 in English Language.An interest in all forms of media.
South Dartmoor Community College
Newton Abbot · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in English plus five other GCSE's grade 4 or above.
Their versionFreeCorsham · 350 hours
They ask for: Five GCSE passes at Grade 5 or above, including Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature
Their versionFreeTrowbridge · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Media at grade 5 or above OR GCSE English Language or English Literature at grade 5 or above
Their versionFreeOttery St. Mary · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 4 GCSE English Language
Their versionFreeTorquay · 2 years
They ask for: Level 6 in GCSE English Literature and Language.
Yorkshire and The Humber9
Archbishop Holgate'S School, A Church of England Academy
York · 2 years
They ask for: Automatic entry onto Level 3 courses includes students achieving 4 x Grade 9-4 or equivalent at GCSE alongside a Grade 4 or above in English and/or Mathematics.
2 years
They ask for: If you have studied GCSE Media you will need at least a 5, if not you will need at least a grade 5 in English.
Their versionFreeLeeds · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeLeeds · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at a grade 5 or above including English and Maths. Please see course prospectus on our website to see subject specific entry requirements.
Their versionFreeOssett Academy and Sixth Form College
Ossett · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE at grade 5 or above.
Their versionFreeHarrogate · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE at level 4 + (Including GCSE English grade 4).
Their versionFreeSheffield · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 or above in either English Language or English Literature
Their versionFreeKeighley · 2 years
They ask for: To enter South Craven Sixth Form students need to have achieved Grade 9-4 at GCSE (A*-C), or Merits in other level 2 qualifications (e.g. BTEC, OCR Nationals),
Their versionFreeMiddlesbrough · 24 months
They ask for: Applicants must have at least 5 GCSE passes at grade 4 and above, including English Language and Literature. Having a GCSE in Media studies at grade 4 or above
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West Midlands5
Coventry · 2 years
They ask for: There is open enrolment into the Sixth Form, but there are certain entry requirements: Each student will need to achieve a minimum average points score of 4.8 f
Their versionFreeKing Edward Vi College Stourbridge
2 years
They ask for: GCSE grade 5 in English language or English literature.
Newcastle · 34 weeks
They ask for: You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 5 or above including maths and English Language, in subjects relevant to your A Level or A+ Programme subject cho
Their versionFreeSt Francis of Assisi Catholic College
Walsall · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeWednesbury · 2 years
They ask for: 5+ 9-5 GCSEs including English GCSE Media Studies 5+ if studied
North East3
English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College
Hartlepool · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs 4 or above including Maths and English Language at grade 4.
Their versionFreeNewcastle Upon Tyne · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 in English
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: Standard entry requirements.
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