Level 1 Media Studies
100MST Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr A. McHaffie
This course is an introduction to Media Studies. It is for students intending to study Media Studies in Years 12 and/or 13. Media Studies will give students an understanding of the messages and values represented in the media on a global scale and through close analysis of specific areas. Students are expected to have access to a computer.
Pathway Recommended Entry Criteria
No entry criteria, however, Media Studies requires a reasonable level of literacy skills.
Consultation with English teacher or Mr McHaffie.
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 90989 v3 Media Studies 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of how individuals interact with the media | 1 |
I |
3 |
Y |
Y |
|
| A.S. 90990 v3 Media Studies 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of selected elements of media text(s) | 1 |
I |
3 |
Y |
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| A.S. 90992 v3 Media Studies 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of characteristics of a media genre | 1 |
E |
4 |
Y |
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| A.S. 90993 v3 Media Studies 1.5 - Produce a design and plan for a media product using a specified range of conventions | 1 |
I |
3 |
|||
| A.S. 90994 v3 Media Studies 1.6 - Complete a media product from a design and plan using a specified range of conventions | 1 |
I |
6 |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 15 credits.
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Disclaimer
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