3MED - Level 3 Media Studies
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Miss T. Harvey, Ms K. Ferguson.
Media Studies focuses on the analysis, creation, and enjoyment of media in Aotearoa and the world. Particular focus is given to how media is produced to construct and shape messages about individuals, current media issues and society in film and television.
In this course, students work individually and collaboratively to develop their research skills to critically analyse genre in film and television, and how media concepts have an impact on audience interpretation. Students also critically analyse media consumption in society and how we influence, and are influenced by, the media. Students then develop effective production skills, including script-writing and film design, to produce their own films using industry standard filming and editing technology.
This course is ideal for students with a high level of time management and a strong interest in film-making and media production. For Media Studies students, there are opportunities to participate in local and national film events and competitions.
Recommended Prior Learning
12 credits in Level 2 Media Studies. Students who have not done Level 2 Media Studies should have gained at least 12 credits in 2A English (including at least one external), History, or Sociology, and have some filming experience or strong computer skills.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A personal laptop is strongly encouraged for class learning and assessment work.
Pathway
Media Studies leads to careers in film and television production and distribution, advertising, broadcasting, marketing, public relations, editing, publishing, journalism and reviewing.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Media Studies 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the meaning of a media text through different readings
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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 3.8 - Write a media text to meet the requirements of a brief
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20
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.
Pathway Tags
Journalist, Animator/Digital Artist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Author, Film/Television Camera Operator, Musician, Industrial Designer, Technical Writer, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Lighting Technician, Photographer, Television Presenter,