Level 3 Media Studies
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs K. Pearson.
Level 3 Media Studies explores the world of media in a mixture of interesting ways, from practical filmmaking, to the study of the link between society and genre, to researching and reporting on the very latest of what’s happening around us. The course is very current and relevant to students, who can contribute their own knowledge of media trends.
Students work in groups of three to design and plan a short film (either a horror, documentary, or coming-of-age drama), and they then shoot and edit their film.
They research a significant development in the media in an area that interests them, such as film, television, music, gaming, news media, social media and more.
They also examine the relationship between the horror genre and American society, focusing on slasher films between the 1970s-90s, and how American ideals permeated what happened on screen.
The course is a rewarding experience for those who are interested in media trends, how society and media influence each other, and the chance to undertake some practical filmmaking.
The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Recommended Prior Learning
Course Material Costs
There is also an additional course cost of $35 per student, to cover equipment costs.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Media Studies 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of a relationship between a media genre and society
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Media Studies 3.5 - Produce a design for a media product that meets the requirements of a brief
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Media Studies 3.6 - Produce a media product to meet the requirements of a brief
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Media Studies 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of a significant development in the media
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 17
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
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Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths