First Blog Task

1) Why did you choose A Level Media Studies?

I chose A level Media because it was my favourite subject in GCSE and I'm interested in doing something in the film industry in the future. 

2) Did you take GCSE Media Studies (either here at Greenford or a different school)?
Yes, I took Media Studies at Greenford.

3) If you answered yes to Q2, what grade did you achieve in GCSE Media? What coursework task did you complete? What would you say your strengths and weaknesses were in GCSE Media?
I got a grade 7 in GCSE and I completed two video advertisements for coursework. 

4) What grade do you hope to achieve in A Level Media?

I would like to get a grade A

5) What are your current thoughts about your next steps after A Levels - university, apprenticeship, work?

I will probably go to university, however I’m still not certain.

6) What do you think the biggest MEDIA story of 2025 has been and why?

The growth of AI ,although it isn’t exclusive to 2025, is a big talking point and personally, I’m mostly against the use of AI so the rise in its advertisement and use is very noticeable (it feels like any new technology that comes out has to include a AI feature). 

7) What media sources do you use to find out about news and current affairs?
YouTube and TikTok although I don’t specifically seek out news stories on them.

8) What was the last film you watched?

It’s what’s inside

9) What is your favourite ever TV series?

Arcane

10) How many hours do you spend online in an average day? Is this too little, too much or about right? Why? (If you have an iPhone you can use Screen Time to get an accurate figure of how much you use your phone).

When not at school my screen time is about 12 hours on my phone which doesn’t take even into account other devices I use which is definitely too much.