GCSE (9–1) MEDIA STUDIES — May 2025 PAST PAPER: Music and News
Merged Question Paper & Mark Scheme [OCR J200/02]
Exam Resource Summary
The May 2025 GCSE (9–1) Media Studies Music and News Paper (OCR J200/02) provides a fully
merged resource that integrates the complete examination paper with its official mark scheme. This
format offers clear insight into how each question is assessed, outlining examiner expectations and the
specific analytical and evaluative skills required for high-band performance. This component assesses
students’ understanding of media language, representation, industry, and audience across music and news
media forms. Candidates are expected to analyse set products, examine how ideology and values are
communicated, interpret representation choices, and apply relevant media theories. The paper also
evaluates contextual knowledge of media industries, production processes, regulation, and audience
engagement in both digital and traditional platforms. By pairing each question with detailed marking
guidance, the resource strengthens critical thinking, analytical depth, and confident use of media
terminology. It supports learners in producing structured, well-supported responses and provides focused
preparation for the 2026 OCR GCSE Media Studies (Music and News) examination.
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Section A
Music
1 State which one of the following regulates some newspapers and magazines:
• Ofcom
• IPSO
• BBFC
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2 Explain how two radio stations address the needs of their different audiences.
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3 Explain how music videos use representations to promote their artists. Refer to the pair of music
videos you have studied from the list below.
1 Wheatus – Teenage Dirtbag / Avril Lavigne – Sk8er Boi
2 Beyoncé – Brown Skin Girl / The Lathums – I’ll Get By
3 Arlo Parks – Hope / Harry Styles – Adore You
4 Tinie Tempah, Jess Glynne – Not Letting Go / Paloma Faith – Picking Up the Pieces
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Merged Question Paper & Mark Scheme [OCR J200/02]
Exam Resource Summary
The May 2025 GCSE (9–1) Media Studies Music and News Paper (OCR J200/02) provides a fully
merged resource that integrates the complete examination paper with its official mark scheme. This
format offers clear insight into how each question is assessed, outlining examiner expectations and the
specific analytical and evaluative skills required for high-band performance. This component assesses
students’ understanding of media language, representation, industry, and audience across music and news
media forms. Candidates are expected to analyse set products, examine how ideology and values are
communicated, interpret representation choices, and apply relevant media theories. The paper also
evaluates contextual knowledge of media industries, production processes, regulation, and audience
engagement in both digital and traditional platforms. By pairing each question with detailed marking
guidance, the resource strengthens critical thinking, analytical depth, and confident use of media
terminology. It supports learners in producing structured, well-supported responses and provides focused
preparation for the 2026 OCR GCSE Media Studies (Music and News) examination.
OCR is an exempt Charity
Turn over
, 2
Section A
Music
1 State which one of the following regulates some newspapers and magazines:
• Ofcom
• IPSO
• BBFC
. ................................................................................................................................................. [1]
2 Explain how two radio stations address the needs of their different audiences.
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3 Explain how music videos use representations to promote their artists. Refer to the pair of music
videos you have studied from the list below.
1 Wheatus – Teenage Dirtbag / Avril Lavigne – Sk8er Boi
2 Beyoncé – Brown Skin Girl / The Lathums – I’ll Get By
3 Arlo Parks – Hope / Harry Styles – Adore You
4 Tinie Tempah, Jess Glynne – Not Letting Go / Paloma Faith – Picking Up the Pieces
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