WJEC/Eduqas GCSE Media Studies: Revision Guide

Read the following example response to Question 3 (c): Read each question carefully and answer all parts of the question, giving exactly the details required. Top Revision Tip 4.11 Read the following example responses to Question 3 (c), on page 99. What mark do you think each would each achieve and why? A 12 is the age of the person watching the film. B A 12 certi cate is awarded to a video (or DVD) release, meaning it is not suitable for people under the age of 12 to watch at home. C The di erence is that the 12A certi cate is awarded to lms being released in cinemas (anyone under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult), while the 12 certi cate relates to lms released on video/ DVD for home viewing. Quickfire Revision 4.4 A 12A certificate means that children under 12 are not allowed to see the film unless they are accompanied to the cinema by an adult. Parents can find information on the BBFC website and decide if they think it will be suitable for their child. 12A certificate films might contain gory scenes that could be upsetting for children. There are many different reasons why audiences listen to The Archers. It is a long-running radio soap opera and some people may have listened since childhood while others might enjoy the way it deals with issues in modern life such as Brexit. Some people listen to The Archers on the radio every evening as part of their routine, but others prefer to download the podcast and fit it into their lives. This response includes a lot of information about the BBFC 12A certificate. However, the first sentence is the only part that answers the question. In addition, the answer only addresses one part of the question: there is no mention of the 12 certificate, only 12A. Therefore, this response would only achieve 1 mark. Approaching higher-mark questions Questions with higher mark allocations require more detailed responses. You will need to develop points, give reasons and use evidence from the set products. The following sample question is in two parts and it is important to address both elements: 4 (d) Explain why audiences listen to The Archers . Refer to the Uses and Grati cations theory in your response. [12] You might address the first part of the question at the beginning of your response, for example: Clear focus on the question. Knowledge of the programme’s audience. Understanding of different methods of audience consumption. The following example paragraphs demonstrate detailed and accurate reference to the theory, as required in a higher-band response: 100 WJEC/Eduqas GCSE Media Studies Revision Guide