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Access 2 Media Studies

Access 2 Media Studies

The Access 2 qualification in Media Studies develops basic knowledge and understanding of the media and media products through a balance of analytical and practical work. It also develops skills in planning, producing and evaluating simple media products.

Learners gain basic abilities in describing media texts and contexts of production. They learn to give personal reactions to media items, which might come from print, radio, television, cinema, popular music or advertising. The course also offers scope for exploring various issues including equal opportunities.

The Access 2 Media Studies Course is at SCQF level 2.

For more information on SCQF levels and how Access 2 fits in to the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework, visit our SCQF section.

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My World of Work

My World of Work is a service which aims to help people plan, build and direct their careers throughout their lives. This service is provided by partner organisation Skills Development Scotland.

Continuing Education Gateway

The Continuing Education Gateway site provides an overview of the course as well as outlining career options available for Media Studies.

Education Scotland

The Media Studies page on Education Scotland's site provides support materials and external web links for teaching and learning as well as news, events and feature articles to assist with professional development.