Media
Course: A Level Media Studies
Exam Board: Eduqas
Primary Contact: Colin Purnell
Entry Criteria: 5 GCSE grades 9-5, including English and Mathematics
Key Information
A Level Media Studies involves the examination of a range of media texts and topics set by the exam board. Areas of study include film, television, and advertising. The video game industry, print industry and radio are also investigated. Coursework, weighted at 30% of the final mark, gives the opportunity to produce two media texts linked to an area of study. The completed texts, which can include video, print or emedia products, are internally assessed and externally moderated.
Component 1 : Written Paper 35%
Component 2 : Written Paper 35%
Component 3 : Coursework 30%
Possible Career Paths
This course is suitable for any students considering a future career in the media and communications industries.
It can also be used as a route into higher education.
Complementary Courses
English Language
English Literature