Course Code - ATMPA

Estimated Cost: $150.00

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Course Outline

This course provides students with practical experience in the planning and production of original media works. They have access to industry-standard equipment and editing facilities to create media works in a range of forms, including film, television and digital media. Students develop their knowledge of media by analysing existing media works.

This course comprises of two units:

Unit 3 – Media Art

Students will analyse, view, listen to and interact with contemporary and traditional examples of media art, identifying techniques and themes, meanings that are created and audiences’ interpretations. They consider the representation of values and technological developments that influence perceptions of art within media work. Students are encouraged to experiment with technologies, structures, codes and conventions to express their ideas and creativity. They have the opportunity to extend their production skills and processes and the emergence of personal style.

Unit 4 – Power & Persuasion

Focus is power and persuasion. Through this, students extend their understanding of persuasive media, examining the way the media is able to reflect, challenge and shape values and attitudes.

They critically analyse, view, listen to, and interact with a range of media work, considering the purposes and values of producers and audiences. Students synthesise a range of ideas, skills and processes to create their own media productions that express their views.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Achievement of a B Grade in English at Year 11 level.
Past experience in Media Studies is desirable.

Further Study

Media courses available at TAFE and other Tertiary institutions

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