Media: National 4/5

Recommended Entry Requirements:

Course Content:

Pupils will acquire an understanding of:

  • Representation -stereotypes, non-stereotypes, selection, portrayal
  • Narrative theory
  • Language – technical/cultural codes
  • Institution – internal/external factors
  • Society
  • Audience theory
  • Categories – genre, tone
  • Role of the media

Pupils will be able to:

  • Decode media codes
  • Describe media codes
  • Analyse media codes
  • Comment on media codes
  • Create a media artefact

Assessment:

  • Summative – 50% exam, 50% assignment

Progression Pathway: