Media Studies

The subject has an ever-growing profile, with our candidates gaining 88% A* - C grades last year.  The examination topic, set by the Board, changes each year: in 2009 it is Quiz Shows, and for 2010 The Popular Press.  50% of the mark is for coursework, and students have a module on developing media skills followed by coursework modules on a range of media forms.  The production work in year 11 requires students to create their own media form such as a magazine, a music video, a TV show or a radio programme.  It is of their own choice, and develops project management techniques as well as extended research and practical skills.