GCSE Film Studies (Level 2 Academic & Vocational Pathway)

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Applications open: 1 November 2023

Applications close: 13 June 2024

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You may only select this course if you have chosen the Academic & Vocational Pathway.

GCSE Film Studies is designed to draw on your enthusiasm for film and introduce you to a wide variety of cinematic experiences through films which have been important in the development of film and film technology.

Production is an important part of this specification and is integral to learners’ study of film and you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and understanding of how films are constructed to your own production of a scene.

Throughout the course you will:

• apply understanding of key elements, in a practical and imaginative way, to your own film making
• develop your skills of critical analysis through discussion and written expression in order to analyse a wide range of films critically
• study the creation of explicit and implicit meaning within films, looking at delivery of intent and artistic vision
• evaluate and reflect on your own practical film making and that of others.

Component 1: Key Developments in US Film

Component 2: Global Film: Narrative, Representation and Film Style

Component 3: Production

A mix of academic film theory and practical application throughout. Students will be able to explore the different elements of film – how and why they are created, the impact they have on audiences, and their wider cultural relevance.

Textual analysis of film forms a large part of the course and is a skill developed throughout. Students will develop essay responses for the exam, developing students’ understanding of film language, representation, and historical contextual understanding. There will be opportunities to re-apply core skills throughout, providing spaced practice and interleaving of skills throughout.

How is the course assessed?

Component 1, written examination (35%)
Component 2, written examination (35%)
Component 3, non-exam assessment (30%).

Learners do not need any other qualifications as pre-requisites to entry

This qualification is ideal for learners intending to progress onto A Levels in Media or Film and Level 3 Vocational qualifications in Media, Digital Communications, Film or Photography; and for those progressing onto Level 3 apprenticeships in digital media communications and the wider digital creative industries.