Media studies is an interesting and exciting course that is academically challenging as you learn about concepts and theoretical perspectives to inform your analysis as well as getting to be creative and create multiple media forms. Over the course of the 2 year A Level, students will complete three major assessments to gain the A Level qualification: Component 1: Media Products, Industries and Audiences Written examination, 35% of qualification. The examination assesses media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. It consists of two sections: Section A: Analysing Media Language and Representation This section assesses media language and representation in relation to two of the following media forms: advertising, marketing, music video or newspapers. Section B: Understanding Media Industries and Audiences This section assesses two of the following media forms – advertising, marketing, film, newspapers, radio, video games - and media contexts. Component 2: Media Forms and Products in Depth Written examination, 35% of qualification. The examination assesses media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. It consists of three sections: Section A – Television in the Global Age Section B – Magazines: Mainstream and Alternative Media Section C – Media in the Online Age Component 3: Cross-Media Production Non exam assessment, 30% of qualification. An individual cross-media production based on two forms in response to a choice of briefs set by Eduqas, applying knowledge and understanding of the theoretical framework and digital convergence. Assessments: Component 1: Two hours and fifteen minutes examination, 35% of A Level – Assessed at the end of Year 13 Component 2: Two and a half hour exam - 35% of A Level - Assessed at the end of Year 13
GCSE 6 in English. If you have studied media before it is an advantage. If taken - Grade 6 GCSE or BTEC Level 2 Distinction in Media.
Component 1: Two hours and fifteen minutes examination, 35% of A Level – Assessed at the end of Year 13 Component 2: Two and a half hour exam - 35% of A Level - Assessed at the end of Year 13 Component 3: Non-examined Assessment - 30% of A Level – Submitted for moderation in Year 13
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Billet Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5DP |
Media studies is an interesting and exciting course that is academically challenging as you learn about concepts and theoretical perspectives to inform your analysis as well as getting to be creative and create multiple media forms. Over the course of the 2 year A Level, students will complete three major assessments to gain the A Level qualification: Component 1: Media Products, Industries and Audiences Written examination, 35% of qualification. The examination assesses media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. It consists of two sections: Section A: Analysing Media Language and Representation This section assesses media language and representation in relation to two of the following media forms: advertising, marketing, music video or newspapers. Section B: Understanding Media Industries and Audiences This section assesses two of the following media forms – advertising, marketing, film, newspapers, radio, video games - and media contexts. Component 2: Media Forms and Products in Depth Written examination, 35% of qualification. The examination assesses media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. It consists of three sections: Section A – Television in the Global Age Section B – Magazines: Mainstream and Alternative Media Section C – Media in the Online Age Component 3: Cross-Media Production Non exam assessment, 30% of qualification. An individual cross-media production based on two forms in response to a choice of briefs set by Eduqas, applying knowledge and understanding of the theoretical framework and digital convergence. Assessments: Component 1: Two hours and fifteen minutes examination, 35% of A Level – Assessed at the end of Year 13 Component 2: Two and a half hour exam - 35% of A Level - Assessed at the end of Year 13
GCSE 6 in English. If you have studied media before it is an advantage. If taken - Grade 6 GCSE or BTEC Level 2 Distinction in Media.
Component 1: Two hours and fifteen minutes examination, 35% of A Level – Assessed at the end of Year 13 Component 2: Two and a half hour exam - 35% of A Level - Assessed at the end of Year 13 Component 3: Non-examined Assessment - 30% of A Level – Submitted for moderation in Year 13
