This document provides guidance on the coursework requirements and marking scheme for a media studies foundation production course. Students must submit all of their coursework, including research & planning, production, and evaluation, on their blog. Research & planning and evaluation each make up 20% of the total marks, while the final production accounts for 60%. Marks are awarded based on various criteria for each element, such as appropriate research, use of technology, and understanding of audience and representation. Students are advised to start preparing their evaluation early in order to score highly on this important component.