Media Studies — A Level
Media, Journalism and Production
Course ID: 177412
Course Year: 25/26
Course Details
- Media Studies teaches you to develop critical perspectives on what you watch, read, listen to or play every day - giving you an essential tool for navigating the world and a useful set of skills to take into your career.
- Gain critical skills as well as core knowledge, including analytical skills and practical techniques.
- Part of a full A-level programme – you will be asked to confirm your choice of additional A-levels when completing the application form.
What to expect from the course
- By studying A Level Media, you will discover how media forms, such as radio, film, magazines, music videos and websites, create meaning for their audiences. You'll develop analytical skills during the course and will spend time assessing how a range of social groups, issues and events are represented in the media.
You will also study the industry context and the impact of new technologies on contemporary media, as well as uncovering how and why audiences respond to media texts.
You will also have the opportunity to create your own marketing campaign for a film or magazine which will develop your digital, creative and technological skills.Qualifications
A Level Media Studies.
Why study with us?
Student Benefits
Academy Bakery
The Academy Bakery is located on the Duke Street campus, producing a range of first class baked goods daily. These include artisan breads, patisserie and biscuits, as well as special occasion/novelty cakes by award-winning master-bakers. Students are offered a range of discounts throughout the year.
The Academy Bakery
Academy Hair and Beauty Salons
Duke Street is also home to The Academy Hair and Beauty salons. They offer generous student discounts on a wide range of hair and beauty treatments, at a fraction of high-street prices. These include styling, cutting, perming, highlights, facials, manicures, electrolysis and traditional and homeopathic massage.
The Academy Salons
Academy Restaurant
Duke Street campus is also home to the College’s Academy Restaurant. Often referred to by it’s customers as Liverpool’s hidden gem, the restaurant serves top class cuisine, at highly competitive prices. Food is expertly prepared by professional chef/tutors and young chefs in training and offers students a range of discounts at different times of the year.
The Academy Restaurant
Microsoft Office 365 - Free
When you become a student of the College you’ll receive full access to Microsoft Office 365. This allows you to install the software on your own computer and other devices at home, completely free of charge.
Onsite Sports Facilities/Fitness Suite
The college has excellent sports and fitness facilities at its Roscoe Street campus. Students pay a one-off membership fee for all year round usage of weekly supervised gym sessions, as well as access to a number of sporting clubs and events.
Career pathways
- This course can help you to progress to university and help you develop the skills required for careers in journalism, media production, marketing, screenwriting and more!
We're here to help...
Contact us to discuss your application or find out more:
: 0151 252 3000: enquiry@liv-coll.ac.uk
Entry Requirements
The most important entry requirement is that you are committed and determined to do well.
You need to achieve a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, with at least 2 at Grade 5. These must include Maths and English.
To study this particular A level, you need to achieve Grade 5 in GCSE English Language and Media Studies (if studied).
Fees
If you are 16-18 years old at the start of your course, studying at The City of Liverpool College is free. If you are aged between 19-23 and don’t already hold a Full Level 3 qualification you won't have to pay any fees for this course. 24 years old or over or 19-23 and already hold a Full Level 3 qualification at the start of the course, fees are payable by all students unless sponsored by an employer.
Fee for25/26 is 500.00
In future years this fee may be subject to change.
