Film Studies
In an increasingly media saturated world, the study of film, in all its forms, still holds an integral place in our culture.
Film Studies GCSE
This course will appeal to anyone who has an interest in films past and present and does not require any previous study of media or film. It involves studying the technical and artistic aspects of films, such as cinematography and editing, and includes films from the teen, comedy and action genres.
For coursework you will write your very own screenplay extract from a genre of your own choice.
As well as being an enjoyable subject in its own right, it is also a very useful subject in helping to develop English reading and writing skills
What does the course involve?
This course will appeal to anyone who has an interest in films past and present and does not require any previous study of media or film. It involves studying the technical and artistic aspects of films, such as cinematography and editing, and includes films from the teen, comedy and action genres.
For coursework you will write your very own screenplay extract from a genre of your own choice. As well as being an enjoyable subject in its own right, it is also a very useful subject in helping to develop English reading and writing skills.
It is perfect for those who want to understand how the film industry works, to learn how to analyse films and to discover and appreciate how films are created for their target audience.
Assessment
Qualification
GCSE
Awarding Body
Eduqas
Entry Requirements
You will need:
- An interest in films of different types.
- A desire to learn how films are made and how they provide pleasure to audiences.
- Good English language skills – the majority of the assessed work in both the coursework and the exams are written tasks.
