Media Studies

Studying Media Studies will provide you with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in Media as well as providing you with an excellent foundation for many other courses in further education and at university.

Career opportunities include Journalism (print and online), Newspaper Editor/Reporter, Radio and Television presenter, Public Relations Officer, Events Management, Advertising and Marketing, Film and Documentary production, in addition to careers in Law and the Teaching profession.

Media Studies involves the study of:

• Newspapers

• Film

• Television

• Advertising and Marketing

• Music Industry

• Radio

• Magazine Production

• Video Games

• Online/Social and Participatory Media

Media Studies is the fastest growing subject in schools and colleges and it enables you to develop your analytical, writing and creative skills. You will learn how to analyse a wide variety of media products such as print newspapers and magazines, television news, advertisements, films and film posters, online media platforms and be part of the digital revolution.

Studying Media Studies will help you become a more informed user of the Media, understanding social, psychological and political issues.

Studying Media Studies will help you to lead an informed life.

Finally, studying Media Studies is interesting and enjoyable. It will allow you to further develop your journalistic, ICT and creative skills.

Students have achieved extremely highly in public examinations at both GCSE and A Level Media Studies, and pursued courses in higher education in Arts, Media, Law, Teaching and Journalism. The Media Studies curriculum has shaped students’ futures and provided a pathway to University, Further Education and Employment.