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Statement of Intent Coursework

I plan to create a music video for the song "We are never ever getting back together" By Taylor Swift. I chose this song because it has a strong emotional message about love, patience, and commitment, which I think fits well with a romantic storyline. My video will follow a couple who meet when they are young and reconnect years later, showing how their love has lasted over time. The main themes of my video are love, time, and devotion. I want to show how real love can survive distance, change, and the passing of time.  My target audience is teenagers and young adults aged between 13 and 25. They are likely to enjoy emotional and romantic music videos that they can relate to. This audience often watches and shares music videos on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, so I want my video to be visually engaging and easy to connect with on those platforms. I also want the audience to feel emotionally involved, as if they are part of the couple's journey and memories. I will use a ...
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Year 11 Paper 1 assessment: Learner Response

1) Type up your feedback in full (you do not need to write mark/grade if you do not wish to). WWW: Fajr, you are mostly secure with knowledge of the CSP's in this paper. Next steps:  1) more detail needed to reach top marks e.g. when you analyse the unseen advert you need to write at least 3 paragraphs.  2)  revise media terminology e.g. Q1.2 and Q5 - flashcards will help you! 2) Look at the  mark scheme for this assessment . For Question 2 (12 mark unseen) use the indicative content in the mark scheme to identify three points that you could have referred to in your answer. Verbal codes (use of language) • The text is positioned over the top of the tyre to signify the challenge and create  synergy between the image and the message in the text. • The word battle has connotations of fighting and trying to triumph over an enemy. • ‘Begins off-field’ connotes preparation and a subversive look at sporting events  (focussing on the training rather tha...
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Accountability Check: Coursework Checklist

  Music Video Table: Item Progress Statement of Intent (Max. 300 Words)   Min. Two Filming Locations   A Clear Narrative/Story   Min. Two Characters (Including a Protagonist)   Variety of Camera Shots, Angles and Movements   Diegetic sound (which could include but is not restricted to dialogue, Foley sound and ambience /atmosphere).   Non-diegetic sound (which must include but is not restricted to music).   Use of narrative codes and media language to attract and engage the audience.   Editing of the footage, soundtrack and dialogue to establish meaning.   Use of titles and/or graphics to reinforce the message of the video.  
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Coursework: Summer Project 2025

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  1) Research: Music videos Watch the following music videos and analyse an aspect of media language for each one: Music video 1:  Marshmello x YUNGBLUD x blackbear - Tongue Tied How is  narrative  used in this music video to engage the audience? To show the audience that its is never okay to stay silent and give up. You should always stand for your rights Music video 2: Years & Years - I Wish I Knew How is  camerawork  and  mise-en-scene  used in this video? Use CLAMPS to remember the different aspects of mise-en-scene. C: casual clothes L: day light, afternoon/ morning A: people who can relate to him, expressing his feelings. M:  P: people are playing different instruments. e.g. guitar and piano. S: they are celebrating. Music video 3:  Foals - Hummer How is  editing  used in this music video to engage the audience? establishing shot: to introduce in location, setting. close-up: this is for the audience to see emotional r...
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End of Year 1 exam: Learner Response

1) Type up any feedback from your teacher in full (you do not need to write the mark/grade if you do not wish to). WWW: Fajr, mostly sound knowledge of the two Tv-drama CSPs which you are able to respond fairly to. EBI: Write a paragraph responding to Q1.3 but focus on audience theories e.g. Blumler Stuart Hall's Reception theory. 2) Look at the mark scheme document linked above. Question 1.1 asks about mise-en-scene. What do we use to remember mise-en-scene? Give one example answer from the clip too - you'll find example answers in the mark scheme. CLAMPS: Costume, Lighting, Actor placement/movement, make-up,  props, setting. The two children they are chasing – costume and make-up to make them look abandoned/homeless. 3) Question 1.2 asks about narrative features in the extract. Look at the mark scheme to pick out  three  possible answers for this question.  • Excellent analysis of the product that is detailed and critically engages  with the nuanced aspects of...
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Radio: Final index

1)  Radio: Launch of BBC Radio 1 CSP 2)  Radio: KISS FM Breakfast show CSP
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Radio 1 Launch CSP

Historical, social and cultural contexts 1) What radio stations were offered by the BBC before 1967? BBC Home Service  – general programming including news, talks, and entertainment. BBC Light Programme  – mainly music and entertainment for a wide audience. BBC Third Programme  – cultural and serious content like classical music, drama, and talks. 2) How was BBC radio reorganised in September 1967? What were the new stations that launched? In  September 1967 , the BBC reorganised its radio services to modernise and appeal to younger audiences. The  Home Service, Light Programme, and Third Programme  were replaced or rebranded into four stations: BBC Radio 1  – focused on pop music and aimed at young listeners. BBC Radio 2  – light entertainment and easy listening music. BBC Radio 3  – cultural content, classical music, and serious drama (from the old Third Programme). BBC Radio 4  – news, talks, and current affairs (from the old Home Ser...
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