Course Overview

GCSE MEDIA STUDIES (9-1) C680QS 

Exam Board: WJEC Eduqas 

Course Content and Skill Development

Media Studies develops a student’s enjoyment of media texts, as well as providing a framework for critical analysis of the meanings and contexts. The course will involve explorations of a range of media forms, including newspapers, radio news/current affairs programmes, advertising, video games, magazines, television genres, film marketing and music videos. Students will develop their understanding of media language, issues of representation, media industries and audiences.

Method of Study

Class discussion

Group work

Written analytical essays

Presentations / mini-lessons

Visits where relevant

Practical work

Independent research

Assessment Structure

70% Examination – two papers

30% Non-examined Assessment

Opportunities Beyond Year 11

This  course  allows  for  easy  progression  to  A  level  Media  Studies.  Many  of  the  skills  learnt  are  transferable  to  other  subjects  and  study  at  a  higher  level,  as  well  as  careers in  journalism,  filmmaking,  creative  media  and  design.