12 Media Studies
12MES Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr M. Ifrim.
Recommended Prior LearningSuccessfully passing at least 50% of the theoretical modules and 75% of the practical modules in Year 11 Media Studies or discretionary entry based on Year 11 English achievement.
Objectives
- Students should become more visually literate and be able to write detailed and informed pieces on a wide range of media.
- Students should be able to analyse and interpret meanings in film and be proficient in basic video production knowledge and skills.
Content
- Close reading of film.
- Study of messages and values in the media, and the impact of the media on a social grouping.
- Narrative conventions in film.
- Genre studies.
- Production of short film, music video, film trailer.
Subject Overview
Term 1
Dystopia Study - Children of Men, Blade Runner.
Podcast Creation.
Term 2
Genre Study - V for Vendetta, Gattaca.
Essay Practice.
Term 3
Screenplay Writing.
Design Product.
Produce a Film.
Term 4
External Practice.
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway Career Pathways
Animator/Digital Artist, Cook, Holiday Park Manager, Actor, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Registered Nurse, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Patternmaker, Marine Biologist, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Artistic Director, Insurance Loss Adjuster, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Automotive Refinisher, Microbiologist, Dancer, Cafe Worker, Tailor/Dressmaker, Bus Driver, Entertainer, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Film/Television Camera Operator, Counsellor, Managing Director/Chief Executive, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Psychologist, Cutter, Journalist, Graphic Designer, Diver, Communications Professional, Pharmacist, Conservator, Quantity Surveyor, Technical Writer, Editor, Make-up Artist, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Workplace Relations Adviser, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Lighting Technician, Primary School Teacher, Librarian, Recreation Co-ordinator, Scaffolder, Television Presenter, Marketing Specialist, Garment Technician
Subject and Associated CostsCourse Costs: Nil.
Associated Costs: Nil.