Who is the course for? This course is for students with an interest in culture, society and current affairs. What you’ll learn: The media play a central role in contemporary culture, society and politics. They shape our perceptions of the world through the representations, ideas and points of view they offer. The media have real relevance and importance in our lives today, providing us with ways to communicate, with forms of cultural expression and the ability to participate in key aspects of society. The economic importance of the media is also unquestionable. The media industries employ large numbers of people worldwide and generate significant global profit. The globalised nature of the contemporary media, ongoing technological developments and more opportunities to interact with the media suggest their centrality in contemporary life can only increase. This is why A level media studies offers students such a wealth of information and opportunities. What subjects this goes well with: Sociology, Art, Photography, Government and Politics, History, Geography, English Literature and Economics. How you’ll learn: Classroom based learning What you can do next: You could progress to a media studies or related degree such as journalism, marketing, TV/radio/film, advertising or public relations. Apprenticeship opportunities exist in broadcasting, journalism and marketing. You will have acquired transferable skills from your studies, including: analysis, visual communication, problem solving, communication, presentation and organisational skills as well as technical knowledge, such as Adobe Photoshop and Final Cut Pro that is useful in a range of non-media careers. How to prepare for this course: Take a look at WJEC/Eduqas Media Studies for A level Year 1 & AS by Christine Bell (Paperback)
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About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Barking and Dagenham |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Parsloes Avenue, Dagenham, RM9 5QT |
Who is the course for? This course is for students with an interest in culture, society and current affairs. What you’ll learn: The media play a central role in contemporary culture, society and politics. They shape our perceptions of the world through the representations, ideas and points of view they offer. The media have real relevance and importance in our lives today, providing us with ways to communicate, with forms of cultural expression and the ability to participate in key aspects of society. The economic importance of the media is also unquestionable. The media industries employ large numbers of people worldwide and generate significant global profit. The globalised nature of the contemporary media, ongoing technological developments and more opportunities to interact with the media suggest their centrality in contemporary life can only increase. This is why A level media studies offers students such a wealth of information and opportunities. What subjects this goes well with: Sociology, Art, Photography, Government and Politics, History, Geography, English Literature and Economics. How you’ll learn: Classroom based learning What you can do next: You could progress to a media studies or related degree such as journalism, marketing, TV/radio/film, advertising or public relations. Apprenticeship opportunities exist in broadcasting, journalism and marketing. You will have acquired transferable skills from your studies, including: analysis, visual communication, problem solving, communication, presentation and organisational skills as well as technical knowledge, such as Adobe Photoshop and Final Cut Pro that is useful in a range of non-media careers. How to prepare for this course: Take a look at WJEC/Eduqas Media Studies for A level Year 1 & AS by Christine Bell (Paperback)
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