HOD: Ms L Ryan
Through both theory and practical learning opportunities, we aim to teach the skills associated with a range of mass
media including film, radio, television, print, the internet, video games, multimedia, blogging and streaming.
Students will have the opportunity to participate in regular college television and college FM radio broadcasts. and
on-line media outlets.
Level 1 Media Studies (11 MDS)
| Number |
Name of standard | Literacy/Numeracy | Credits |
Assessment |
| AS90989 | Demonstrate understanding of how individuals interact with the media | L | 3 | Internal |
| AS90990 | Demonstrate understanding of selected elements of media texts | L | 4 | Internal |
| AS90991 | Demonstrate understanding of the media coverage of a current issue or event | L | 4 | External |
| AS90992 | Demonstrate understanding of a media genre | L | 3 | External |
| AS90993 | Complete a design and plan for a media product using a specified range of conventions | 3 | Internal | |
| AS90994 | Complete a media product from a design and plan using a specified range of conventions | 6 | Internal |
You will learn to:
• use film and video editing skills to make media projects like advertisements and music videos
• discuss key media concepts like close reading, representation and genre
• explore your own media use
• apply media concepts to your own media projects
• work in small groups
Course cost: the required stationery includes mini DV (digital video) tapes
Level 2 Media Studies (12 MDS)
| Number |
Name of standard | Credits |
Assessment |
| AS2.1 | Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between a media product and its audience | 3 | External |
| AS2.2 | Demonstrate understanding of narrative in media texts | 4 | Internal |
| AS2.3 | Demonstrate understanding of representation in the media | 3 | Internal |
| AS2.4 | Demonstrate understanding of an aspect of a media genre | 4 | External |
| AS2.5 | Produce a design and plan for a developed media product, using a range of conventions | 4 | Internal |
| AS2.6 | Complete a developed media product from a design and plan, using a range of conventions | 6 | Internal |
You will learn to:
• work in small groups
• build on your knowledge of film and editing equipment to make short films
• develop your understanding of media concepts including audience, genre and representation
Prerequisites: level 1 literacy, preference given to students who have completed level 1 media studies
Course cost: the required stationery includes mini DV (digital video) tapes
Due to changes currently being made to level 2 standards by NZQA, there may be some minor changes to this course in 2012.
Level 3 Media Studies (13 MDS)
| Number |
Name of standard | Credits |
Assessment |
| AS90599 | Demonstrate understanding of a specific media industry | 3 | External |
| AS90600 | Explain how meaning is created in media texts | 4 | Internal |
| AS90602 | Explain the relationship between a media genre and society | 3 | External |
| AS90604 | Complete and justify a concept and treatment for a media product | 2 | Internal |
| AS90606 | Create a media product using appropriate media technology | 6 | Internal |
You will learn to:
• work in small groups
• draw on the practical skills you have gained
• complete a 5 to 8 minute media production
• understand how an aspect of the media industry is investigated
Prerequisites: Preference given to students who have completed level 2 media studies
Course cost: the required stationery includes mini DV (digital video) tapes
Level 2 Creative Technologies – Film 12 CTF
| Number |
Name of standard | Credits |
Assessment |
| US10197 | Light for a basic video shoot | 5 | Internal |
| US10198 | Edit video | 5 | Internal |
| US10199 | Add additional sound to a video | 5 | Internal |
| US10203 | Order of sequence before shooting | 5 | Internal |
| US10353 | Shoot material for a sequence with a video cameras | 5 | Internal |
You will learn to:
• shoot video with quality results
• use lighting for effect in a media production
• record sound with clarity and for a range of purposes
• produce short media texts which have impact and audience appeal
Course cost: the required stationery includes mini DV (digital video) tapes
Due to changes currently being made to level 2 standards by NZQA, there may be some minor changes to this course in 2012.
Level 2 Creative Technologies – Film (12 CTF)
| Number |
Name of standard | Credits |
Assessment |
| US10197 | Light for a basic video shoot | 5 | Internal |
| US10198 | Edit video | 5 | Internal |
| US10199 | Add additional sound to a video | 5 | Internal |
| US10203 | Order of sequence before shooting | 5 | Internal |
| US10353 | Shoot material for a sequence with a video cameras | 5 | Internal |
You will learn to:
• shoot video with quality results
• use lighting for effect in a media production
• record sound with clarity and for a range of purposes
• produce short media texts which have impact and audience appeal
Course cost: the required stationery includes mini DV (digital video) tapes
Due to changes currently being made to level 2 standards by NZQA, there may be some minor changes to this course in 2012.
Level 3 Creative Technologies – Film (13 CTF)
| Number |
Name of standard | Credits |
Assessment |
| US7477 | Investigate the creative process by which media texts are produced | 4 | Internal |
| US10318 | Shoot video | 15 | Interna |
You will learn to:
• analyse the work of a film maker and consider the key aspects of their work
• work with sound and video to create complete short films
• develop co-operative working relations within production teams
• gain understanding of production processes and requirements
• create a visual product which appeals to target audiences
Prerequisites: completion of 12 CTF, but could also include completion of level 2 media studies, or at the
discretion of the head of department
Course cost: the required stationery includes mini DV (digital video) tapes
Level 2 Journalism (12 JOU)
| Number |
Name of standard | Credits |
Assessment |
| AS2.7 | Demonstrate understanding of an ethical issue in the media | 3 | Internal |
| AS2.8 | Write developed media text for a specific target audience | 3 | Internal |
| US10819 | Conduct interviews for news stories | 4 | Internal |
| US10820 | Write short news stories | 4 | Internal |
| US10823 | Write radio news stories | 3 | Internal |
| US10822 | Provide photos for news stories and features | 3 | Internal |
| US10824 | Write news stories and features to pictures | 4 | Internal |
You will learn to:
• develop writing skills for print, television and radio journalism
• develop the ability to relate with others in a professional interview situation
• develop an awareness of news and readership issues
• expand your world awareness through following a range of current events
Prerequisites: at the discretion of the head of department
Due to changes currently being made to level 2 standards by NZQA, there may be some minor changes to this course in 2012.
Level 3 Journalism (13 JOU)
| Number |
Name of standard | Credits |
Assessment |
| AS90779 | Investigate an aspect of media and explain its significance for New Zealand | 4 | Internal |
| US10827 | Write feature stories | 4 | Internal |
| US10828 | Write a variety of stories for print | 5 | Internal |
| US10831 | Produce radio news stories | 2 | Internal |
| US10832 | Write and produce news stories for television | 5 | Internal |
You will learn to:
• develop writing and editing skills for print, television and radio journalism
• use research skills
• develop news awareness
Prerequisites: 12 credits or more in 12JOU or at the discretion of head of department
Beyond Secondary School
Social development research, journalist, television presenter, lawyer, social work, human resource management,
teaching, archaeologist, diplomat, economist, fashion designer, film director, interior designer, police detective,
political researcher, environmental scientist, planner, travel consultant, ecologist.