Media/Film/Tv Studies

Course summary

In Year 12 students will investigate a variety of media in order to reach an understanding and basic evaluation of how meanings and representations are created. The key concepts of media language and conventions, institutions, audiences and representations will be explored through theoretical and practical work in audio-visual, print based and ICT based media. Component 1: Investigating the Media Written examination: 1 hour 45 minutes The examination assesses media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. It consists of two sections. Section A and B: Investigating Media Language and Representation This section assesses media language and representation in relation to advertising and music videos. Component 2: Investigating Media Forms and Products Written examination: 2 hours This examination assesses knowledge and understanding of media language, representation, media industries, audiences and media contexts. The exam consists of three sections. Section A – Television, Section B – Magazines and Section C – Online Media Component 3: Media Production Non-exam assessment