13 Media Studies 1
13MD1 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Simon Allen.
PrerequisitesAt least 13 credits in Level 2 Media Studies (12MD1) including 4 credits from AS91251 and 6 credits from AS91253
OR (if Level 2 Media Studies not taken in previous year) at least 14 credits in Level 2 English, which includes 4 credits from either AS91098 or AS91099.
OR HoD Approval.
Students will:
•Explore the meaning of media texts
•Analyse, in detail, a specific industry in the media
•Research a relevant media issue, and its significance to New Zealand society
•Study a film genre and its links with society
•Apply the knowledge they have gained about media conventions and technology and plan, design and create their own media production (documentary)
Faculties:
Career Pathways
Animator/Digital Artist, 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
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery*13MD1* - Supplementary costs: Approx $5
A suitable laptop for editing video is recommended but not compulsory
Adobe Premiere Pro school subscriptions $15 (optional)