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Media Studies
Course Breakdown
Course Summary
• Exam board is Eduqas
Paper Content Marks Duration Weighting
Component 1 Media products, industries and audiences 90 2 hours 15 mins 35%
Component 2 Media forms and products in depth 90 2 hours 30 mins 35%
Component 3 Cross-Media production 60 N/A 30%
Summary of Content
Component 1:
In this component, learners will develop knowledge
and understanding of key aspects of the theoretical
framework- media language and representation - as
an essential basis for analysing media products from a
variety of forms. In addition, learners will study products
from specific media industries and for specific audiences
to develop their knowledge and understanding of
those areas of their theoretical framework. Learners will
also explore how media products relate to their social,
cultural, historical, political and economic contexts. In
this component learners will develop their ability to use
relevant subject specific terminology and theories.
Component 2:
In this component, learners are required to study
three media forms in depth, exploring all areas of the
theoretical framework- media language, representation,
audience and media industries- in relation to audio-
visual, print and online products. The forms o be studied
in depth are:
- Television
- Magazines
- Blogs and Websites
Leaners will explore these three media forms through
close analysis of the set products, comparing their use
of media language and the representation they offer in
relation to relevant social, cultural, economic, political
and historical contexts. Leaners will study the role of
media industries in shaping media products, as well as
considering the way in which both mass and specialised
audiences are targeted and addressed. Relevant and
advanced theories will inform study of the set products
and learners will reflect critically upon these theoretical
perspectives.
Component 3:
This component synthesises knowledge and
understanding of the media theoretical framework
gained through their course by requiring learners to
apply their knowledge and understanding of the media
synoptically to practical production. In components
1 and 2, leaners gain a detailed understanding of the
theoretical framework in relation to a range of media
forms. In this component, leaners are required to apply
their knowledge and understanding of media language,
representation, audiences, media industries and the
digitally convergent nature of the media in an individual
production for an intended audience. The production
will be based on two media forms and completed in
response to a choice of briefs set by the exam board
Suggested Preparation for September
It is useful for students to read around the subject and
take an in-depth look at each individual industry to be
studied – television, advertising, music, film, magazine
and online media. The career progression and university
choices within this industry alone expand across a
multitude of different sectors including journalism,
advertising and marketing, production, radio and
business. Students should take time to research the
variety of career options and university courses available
to them by visiting university websites. For exam board
specific books please contact the Media Department
direct for suggestions.
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