Media Studies A Level

This exciting course offers the opportunity to study a range of areas within the media industry. It is an extremely contemporary subject and allows students to combine practical production elements with the theoretical study of a wide range of media topics.

The nature of this course provides an opportunity for individual interpretation of current media within the assessment parameters, thus permitting a dynamic and accessible course of study covering this rapidly growing subject area.

You will develop both analytical and critical thinking skills throughout the course. You will be shown how to apply academic theory to a range of media texts and products. Learners will be shown how to decode meaning from a diverse range of historical and contemporary texts. You will also be shown production skills in print, digital and moving image platforms using the latest industry standard software.

We have two sets of high-spec, iMac computers and Final Cut editing software for digital image editing. The course balances theoretical and practical approaches to provide a rich and inclusive curriculum.

Future opportunities

Media Studies is an ideal vehicle to study Media, Film, Journalism or Communications at University. The subject complements a range of University subjects in its teaching of critical thinking, academic theory and evaluative discussion. Alternatively, students can progress into work in the media industry through one of the many apprenticeships available in this field.The industry is one of the fastest growing in the UK and opportunities for employment are at a record high.