Developing key topics in depth and introducing students to the notion of independent study, this full colour, highly illustrated textbook is designed to support students through the transition from AS to A2 and is the perfect guide for the new AQA A2 Media Studies syllabus. Individual chapters, written by experienced teachers and examiners cover the following key areas:

* Introduction: From AS to A2
* Developing Textual Analysis
* Critical Perspectives
* Issues and Debates: Case Studies
* Passing MEST 3: Critical Perspectives
* Research and Production Skills
* Passing MEST 4: Media Research and Production

Specially designed to be user-friendly, A2 Media Studies: The Essential Introduction for AQA includes activities, key terms, case studies, sample exam questions and over 100 images.