Unit 1: Foundation Portfolio
This is a coursework unit that requires you to plan and construct media products using appropriate technical and creative skills. You will produce two media productions for a series of briefs in the print, audio, video and website mediums.

Unit 2: Key Media Concepts (TV Drama)
The examination is split into two sections which will assess your understanding of textual analysis, representation, audience and media institutions. In the first section you will analyse an unseen moving image extract in the TC Drama genre. In the second section of this exam you will be questioned on a case study of a specific media industry, such as the film industry. You will also consider the role of the audience in this process

A range of good G.C.S.E grades, including English at grade C or above. Media Studies at G.C.S.E. level is not essential, but a genuine interest in the subject area is critical

Most straightforwardly, a good grade, fairly reflecting your aspirations and ability. More generally, Media Studies is the kind of course in which students are very actively involved and, as a consequence, confidence and expertise can increase quite sharply. Practical work is a significant part of the course and students are given the opportunity to create their own piece of media using video cameras, the digital editing suite, audio facilities, magazines, newspapers and photography. Naturally the successful completion of this work often results in a real sense of achievement