Course Overview
Media Studies is an exciting but demanding course. It combines critical analysis of a range of media forms including TV, film marketing, magazines, advertising, websites and video games with written research skills and creative practical productions.
Course Content
The course teaches you key media concepts and theories which will deepen your understanding of the way we read and understand the media.
You will study a range of set texts for two written examinations and also work independently to a set brief for your practical non-exam assessment. You will need to be prepared to be analytical and creative. Essay writing and practical production skills, for example use of photo editing software, are desirable.
Media Studies Units at HGS
Component 1: Media Products, Industries and Audiences (written examination)
Component 2: Media Forms and Products in Depth (written examination)
Component 3: Cross-Media Production (non-exam assessment)
Media Studies Units at TPS
Component 1: Media Messages (written examination)
Component 2: Evolving Media (written examination)
Component 3: Making Media (non-exam assessment)
It is an excellent starting point to develop into media specialists and progress academically to study the subject further. Employers recognise it as a subject that demonstrates both academic and practical ability. A combination of practical tasks and theoretical study enables you to develop the skills and knowledge required in many industries, such as advertising, broadcasting, journalism, film production, web and graphic design.
Course Entry Requirements
5 or above at GCSE or 5 or above in English Language or Literature
Course Specification
OCR H409
OCR Media Studies Specification Link
Homework
At A Level, students are expected to complete a minimum of 5 hours of study a week on top of their allocated lesson time.