11 Media Studies 1
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Tom Dale.
Students will:
• Examine personal use of media.
• Examine how groups are represented in mainstream media.
• Study the conventions of a contemporary film genre.
• Study the key characteristics of the movie trailer.
• Directly apply the knowledge gained to plan and then create a movie trailer.
In 2025, students will sit 4 assessments in practical production contexts as well as written essays and research reports.
A.S. 92049 'Demonstrate understanding of perspectives on a contemporary social issue' will count as 5 credits towards the new level 1 NCEA certificate.
The remaining 3 assessments will be 2 MAGS internals and 1 MAGS external, preparing students for the level 2 course in Media Studies.
These MAGS-based assessments will be worth 5 'MAGS' credits each and will help with placement into future courses, such as meeting the required prerequisites to take Media Studies at a senior level.
Prerequisites
HoD approval
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
*11MD1* - Supplementary costs: Approx $5
A laptop suitable for editing video is recommended but not compulsory
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Social Studies 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of perspectives on a contemporary social issue
Pathway Tags
Animator/Digital Artist, Cook, Holiday Park Manager, Actor, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Entertainer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Journalist, Communications Professional, Technical Writer, Editor, Make-up Artist, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Television Presenter, Marketing Specialist,