Course Requirements

 

Unit 1 – Investigating the Media (40% of total mark)

External Examination based on pre-released topic with guidance and stimulus. Tasks are available four weeks before examination.

 

Unit 2 – Understanding the Media (60% of total marks)

Three controlled assessment tasks;

- Introductory assignment

- Cross-media assignment

- Practical production and evaluation

Useful Websites:

http://store.aqa.org.uk/qual/newgcse/pdf/AQA-4810-W-TRB-MEDIASTUDIESSTUDENTGUIDE.PDF

http://store.aqa.org.uk/qual/pdf/AQA-STUDENT-GUIDE-EX-UPDATE-2011.PDF

http://store.aqa.org.uk/qual/newgcse/pdf/AQA-4810-W-TRB-GKWS.PDF