NCEA Level 2 Media Studies
Course Description
Head of Faculty - Kaihautuu: Mr B. Silk.
In today's digital age, media plays a significant role in shaping public opinion, disseminating information, and influencing society. As media production becomes increasingly digital, Media Studies equips students with valuable technological skills. Using editing software, digital cameras, audio equipment, and online platforms prepares them for a world where digital literacy is essential for many careers.
Students will plan and then create a media product for a specific target audience, ensuring that the product displays the conventions associated with it are clearly shown. Students will learn about narrative features and apply them to modern texts. Students will then do a Genre study looking at an aspect of the Horror Genre - specifically the evolution of the genre over time.
Career opportunities: The media industry in New Zealand is diverse and growing rapidly. Studying Media Studies opens up various career paths, including journalism, advertising, filmmaking, broadcasting, public relations, and social media management. Early exposure to media concepts and tools can help students make informed decisions about their future careers.
Course Overview
Term 1
AS 91252 Produce a design and plan for a developed media product using a range of conventions (4 Credits)
AS91253 - Complete a developed media product from a design and plan using a range of conventions (6 CREDITS)
Term 2
AS91253 - Continue - Complete a developed media product from a design and plan using a range of conventions (6 CREDITS)
AS 91249 – Demonstrate understanding of narrative in media texts (4 credits)
Term 3
AS91251 – Demonstrate understanding of an aspect of a media Genre. External (4 credits)
Term 4
Revise for the external
Recommended Prior Learning
It is HIGHLY recommended that students opting for Media Studies show strength in literacy-rich subjects and strong creative ability. Prior knowledge on content creation is preferred, and a passion for TV and Film is a must. This will have a practical element; students are expected to participate in both practical and written work.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A personal laptop is essential for this course. If obtaining one is a barrier, please contact Ben Silk, the Kaihautu/Head of Social Sciences, at .
Pathway
Assessment Information
The course is assessed through Internal and External Achievement Standards.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 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of narrative in media texts
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Media Studies 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of an aspect of a media genre
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Media Studies 2.5 - Produce a design and plan for a developed media product using a range of conventions
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Media Studies 2.6 - Complete a developed media product from a design and plan using a range of conventions