NCEA Level 2 Media Studies

Aims 

This course aims to offer the learner practical experience in producing mass media content, as well as a theoretical, critical and appreciative understanding of the mass media as they encounter it. 

Content 

Assessment 

There are a variety of internal assessment tasks and one paper in the external school examinations. Externally assessed topics are examined nationally at the end of the year. 

Qualification gained 

NCEA Media Studies Level 2 - full course completion a maximum of 21 credits

Prior knowledge required

A reasonable level of achievement across Year 11, particularly in Literacy, in order to cope with the level of analysis expected, as there is written work involved in the assessment tasks. 

Exceptional circumstances for entry may be considered on an individual basis after consultation with the HoD and the Year Level Dean.

Next Step 

Level 3 Media Studies