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Why should I choose media studies?
Why should I choose media studies?
This course aims to provide a dynamic, creative introduction to the Media industry while still containing the practical elements and skills students will need to pursue a career in this industry.
During the course, you will explore a wide variety of different media types:
Music video
Podcast
TV
Apps
Radio
Websites
Blogs
News
Editing
Film
Video games
Advertising
What will i study?
What will i study?
How to edit a video
Take photos on a DSLR camera
How to edit and take photos
How to market a product
Explore films and TV shows from around the world
What makes a good video game
Representation - How we are represented in throughout the Media and why?
How can we change this?
How the media has changed?
What are the requirements?
What are the requirements?
The most successful media students are have a really strong grasp of the English language. This means that they can read and write critically and effectively.
Additionally, Media Studies involves using analytical skills to unpick different forms of media text and exploring different ideas within them.
Where will this course take me?
Where will this course take me?
Today the film and media industry is constantly evolving with employment opportunities including social/ digital media, public relations, broadcast journalism, advertising, and assorted jobs within the film, television and print industries.
Media Studies heightens critical and analytical skills which are well sought after in most all A Levels!
What do our students say?
What do our students say?
“I think year 8s should pick Media because you learn a lot of interesting things and there’s a variety to learn. Also, as you get through the course you'll do more exciting things and get to discover more to films and TV shows. Once you do Media, your perception of the world around media changes and its amazing”
“I think that the year 8s should pick media because it improves literacy skills and abilities in other subjects. It is an enjoyable subject where you can improve on skills such as analysing and collaborating in a team.”
key contact
key contact
Ms Taylor Humphreys - Head of Media Studies
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