MEDIA STUDIES

What is the course about?

The course involves both practical media work and study of media theory.

The course is made up of three papers. One of these is a Practical Production and will be coursework based, it is worth 40% of the overall grade. This will incorporate scripting, planning and production of a video.

The two examined papers are weighted at 30% each. One is entitled Textual Analysis (texts in this instance will be TV programmes, films, magazines and so on). Students will analyse and evaluate media content and styles.

The next paper is entitled Case Study: Institutions and Audiences which introduces students to an understanding of media institutions, production processes, technologies and related issues concerning how audiences use and enjoy media texts.

What will I learn?

 

• Practical video production
• Textual analysis
• Audience usage
• Media Institutions
• Multimedia (website) design

When does the course start?

The course starts in September of each year.

How do I attend?

Normal daytime attendance.

Who is the awarding Body?

Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations (OCR)

How long does the course last?

Year 1: AS level

Year 2: A2 Level

What does this course lead on to?

AS + A2 levels are recognised qualifications for a wide range of courses in Higher Education.

What subject entry requirements are there?

Applicants should have five GCSEs at grade ‘C’ and above; one of these must be in English language.

Are there any other requirements?

Learners should have an interest in the media.

How is the course assessed?

The courses are assessed by written examination for two of the papers, the third paper is assessed via coursework.

Whom should I contact for advice?

Course coordinator

Paul Lewis

Tel:01472 311222 Ext: 582

lewisp@grimsby.ac.uk

Equal opportunities (statement)

The N.E. Lincs Sixth Form College Partnership guarantees that it will deal fairly and effectively with all students, staff and visitors and offer equality of opportunity on the basis of age, creed, gender, impairment, learning difficulty, marital status, national origin, race, religion or sexuality.

Students have the right to expect that this will apply to them without prejudice or discrimination and that they also have the obligation to deal fairly and effectively with other students and staff regardless of age, creed, gender, impairment, learning difficulty, marital status, national origin, race, religion or sexuality.

Mature student information only:

APL

Mature student applicants may have the opportunity to gain these qualifications based on experience and prior knowledge.

Course fees

Students under 19 do not usually pay course fees.

Exam fees

Students under 19 do not usually pay exam fees.