A-level Media Studies

Media studies brings communication, culture, and technology together. With a focus on critical analysis and creative expression, students learn to understand the impact of media on society.

Students can follow many career paths, from journalism, public relations, and advertising to content creation, digital marketing, and media production. The evolving nature of media provides opportunities to engage with emerging technologies, influencing the way we consume and share information.

Whether aspiring to be a content creator, media strategist, or cultural analyst, a foundation in media studies opens doors to exciting and influential career possibilities in the ever-evolving global media landscape.

Subject Specific Entry Requirements

The following subject entry criteria should be met: 5 in GCSE English

Exam Board

WJEC (Eduqas)

This Course Will Lead to

This is the perfect preparation for anybody who wants to study media, marketing or related courses at university, and/or go on to a career in one of the many media industries, as well as public relations and communications.

“Media studies has given me a brilliant understanding of how the media works. I’m really excited about going on to study it at university.”

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