Media Studies – A Level

A LEVEL · MEDIA STUDIES

Analyse media. Create with purpose.

Study how media products are constructed, how industries reach audiences and how media both influences and reflects society.

QUALIFICATION
A Level

EXAM BOARD
AQA

DURATION
Two years

ASSESSMENT
70% exams, 30% coursework

Why choose Media Studies?

Media Studies combines critical analysis, theory, research and creative production. You will engage with television, film, advertising, radio, newspapers, magazines, games, music video and social platforms.

What you will study

Media language and representation
Analyse how media forms create meaning and represent people, issues and identities.

Industries and audiences
Explore production, ownership, distribution and how audiences are targeted and respond.

Creative production
Research, plan and produce media content across appropriate platforms.

Entry requirements

Media Studies or an essay-based subject
Grade 6 or above.

This course suits you if…

You are passionate about media and its influence on culture.
You follow current affairs, trends and global issues critically.
You want to produce imaginative media content.
You can manage independent coursework and collaborate effectively.

How you will be assessed

Component

Content

Weighting

Paper 1

Media issues, theories and debates

35%

Paper 2

Media products, audiences and industries

35%

Non-exam assessment

Creating media products

30%

Where Media Studies can take you

Media Studies prepares students for university courses and careers across communication and the creative industries.

Film Journalism Advertising Public relations Broadcasting Digital production