Course information
Media Studies BTEC (NQF3)
Plantsbrook School - Birmingham
01213627310
Upper Holland Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1RB
Course summary

The BTEC Media Studies course gives you a broad experience of many different aspects of the media, including film, television, print media (newspapers, advertising and magazines) and social media. It focuses heavily on key concepts such as representation and audience. The course is very practical but there are written tasks.

Entry requirements

English Grade - 4 Mathematics Grade - 4 An IT/Computing GCSE is preferable due to the practical demands of the course. Art/ Design GCSE qualifications will also support in this subject but are not essential.

How you'll be assessed

Students will be required to complete a mix of both coursework which includes practical work such as producing a video on a topic as well as written work to go alongside this.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressUpper Holland Road, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1RB