Level 3 Media Studies

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 in the world of media. 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 using cameras and Adobe Premiere Pro.

They research a significant development in the media in an area that interests them, such as film, television, music, gaming, or social media.

They also examine the relationship between the horror genre and American society, focusing on slasher films between the 1970s-90s, and how American conservative 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.

It is recommended that students interested in taking this subject be confident writers and strong collaborators, as there are significant writing and group work components to the course.

The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.