Overview
Qualification Grading Type
Graded
Grade Descriptors
- GD1-Understanding the subject
- GD2-Application of knowledge
- GD7-Quality
This unit is expiring
The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2026.
Graded
Understand how meaning is created within media texts.
Compare and contrast different media texts.
Analyse the role of anchorage when creating meaning in media text.
Analyse the role of signification when creating meaning in media texts.
Understand different media genres.
Differentiate between the conventions of different genres in the media.
This should include both traditional and contemporary genres in the media.
Understand representation in the media in society.
Analyse how different groups in society are represented by the media.
Analyse the impact of media stereotyping on society.
Evaluate how legal and ethical issues can impact on media representation.