What does GCSE Media Studies entail?
We follow the AQA GCSE specifications. The GCSE is made up of two components; Coursework and a Controlled Test. Each component is worth 50% of the GCSE. The coursework component involves two sections as follows: Three assignments, equally weighted and worth 25% in total. These are undertaken in Year Ten and current assignments cover Pop Music, Lifestyle Magazines and Action Adventure Films. A Practical Production, worth 25%. This is embarked upon by small groups. It entails the development of a real media product aimed at a mass audience. This year, for the first time, we are encouraging all students to produce a moving image practical production either for television or film. Students are not expected to produce a feature length film or a whole television programme of course. However, they must produce enough to show their understanding of the media and how it works as well as demonstrating their own practical skills. This practical production is accompanied by planning work and a sup
