Rutherford College

Level 3 Media Studies

13MDS

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms K. Betanzo.

Recommended Prior Learning

Year 12 Media Studies or12 credits in Year 12 English with approval of TIC.

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Media Studies

This course continues to investigate the relationship between media and society, using modern media such as film, television, social media and the internet. Students will analyse the influences of the media on aspects of our lives as well as produce their own magazine spread. It is an ideal pathway for those intending to pursue a career in media or a degree in humanities or communications. It is also part of the Creative Industries vocational pathway.

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Learning Areas:

English

Assessment Information

There are Scholarship tutorials available for this course.

Animator/Digital Artist, Patternmaker, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Artistic Director, Author, Tailor/Dressmaker, Film/Television Camera Operator, Cutter, Communications Professional, Industrial Designer, Event Manager, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Garment Technician, Cook, Holiday Park Manager, Sales Representative, Accountant, Auditor, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Actuary, Acupuncturist, Office Administrator, Finance Manager, Receptionist, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Survey Technician, Aeronautical Engineer, Aeroplane Pilot, Registered Nurse, Air Force Aviator

There is no cost associated with this course.

Stationery Requirements:
1 2B5 exercise book or 1 ring binder and 1 lined refill

Disclaimer

Course Selection does not guarantee entry, some courses have credit requirements and/or will be reviewed by the Head of Faculity.

Any Costs, Equipment or Unit Standards are a guideline and may change.

Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it.  Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.  

Costs

Rutherford College aims to deliver educational courses over and above that which is funded by the Ministry, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant may be requested, and we appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.