Media Studies A Level

Qualification:

A Level

Entry requirements:    

Five GCSEs including Maths & English Language: a minimum of three GCSEs at Grade 4 and two GCSEs at Grade 5.

Overview

Media Studies explores how media texts are created, consumed, and interpreted in a global context. This course develops your critical understanding of media industries, audiences, and representations, while also giving you opportunities for creative production.

What you will study

You will analyse a wide range of media forms, including film, television, advertising, newspapers, magazines, music videos, and online platforms. The course examines key issues such as media language, representation, audience theory, and the political and economic role of the media. Alongside analysis, you will produce your own media coursework project, such as a magazine, short film, or website.

Assessment

Assessment is 70% exams at the end of Year 2 and 30% coursework.

Skills you will develop  

You will strengthen your analytical, evaluative, and research skills, alongside creativity, digital design, and communication – skills valued across academic and professional fields.

Future Pathways

Media Studies supports progression to university courses in media, film, communications, journalism, and cultural studies, as well as careers in creative industries, marketing, and digital media.

Exam Board:

Eduqas

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