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Media A Level - Level 3

Overview

In the media-dominated world you will be taught how to analyse the various forms of media language and representations that we consume every day; developing the ability to deconstruct a variety of texts.

This A Level will give you a broader knowledge of media focusing on set texts including newspapers, advertising and marketing, film, music video, radio, video games, magazines, television and online, social and participatory media. You will also undertake a creative project, applying the skills you have learned to research and create your own media products.

What does this combine with?

Start dates and fees

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September 20234448Apply online

What will I study?

Investigating and creating media, critical perspectives and research and producing media. 

Entry requirements

You will need 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including:

  • English Language (Grade 4)
  • Maths (Grade 4)
  • Plus, three other GCSEs at grade 4.

Following your application you will normally be offered a place subject to achieving the entry requirements and attending a welcome taster.

Study programmes - essential skills for employment

As an entry requirement on some of our courses, you will need a GCSE in both English and maths with at least a grade 4/C (please see entry requirements above).

If this isn’t displayed under the entry requirements and you don’t currently have a GCSE in both English and maths at grade 4/C or above before joining us, you will then study English and maths as part of your programme with the aim of achieving a qualification with at least a grade 4/C. This is to help improve your chances of employment once you leave us.

In addition, to help you gain essential skills for employment, all students aged 19 and under and studying a full-time course with us will take part in our study programmes.

How long is the course?

2 years.

How will I be assessed?

This course is assessed primarily by examination scheduled for May/June at the end of the second year with some additional coursework assessment.

What does the course lead to?

Careers are often pursued as a public relations officer, photographer, journalist, editor, art officer, broadcaster, marketing professional and more.

What can I progress onto?

Further study at university-level in communications and media-related subjects such as journalism, TV production and broadcasting.

Careers

How do I apply?

You don’t need to apply for each A Level course you are interested in individually.

Once we have received your application form we will invite you into college where we will be able to discuss every aspect of the courses you have chosen as well as any alternatives you may be considering.

You will also have the opportunity to visit the areas of the college used for your course choices.

Apply online

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Why choose West Notts?

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96.2% A Level pass rate in 2022.

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