Media Studies
Media Studies is a popular subject offered at GCSE, AS and A2 level. It is an ever-changing and modern subject that helps our pupils develop their analytical and creative skills while making them aware of a world dominated by media influences.
Board = AQA
Unit 1 - Investigating the Media
Pupils will sit an exam in Summer 2012 on the topic of "Television Crime Genre". In the summer of 2013 it will be "The Music Press: Print & Online".
40% of the exam grade.
Unit 2 - Understanding the Media
3 pieces of coursework:
- Magazine front covers
- Advertising
- Creating a media product.
60% of the exam grade.