Film Technology, BSc (Hons)

Course summary

The creative industries are always looking out for the next pool of technicians who can make innovative contributions to the making of films. Our BSc Film Technology course combines the main elements of film production with a focus on technical specialisation in cinematography, sound, and editing. This course takes a holistic and practical approach to exploring the professional aspects of filmmaking and will give you skills and experience in making short films, commercials, music videos and documentaries. With an emphasis on hands-on training, you will also learn the importance of all aspects of the film production journey and have access to high-specification digital cameras, a purpose-built virtual production studio, and the latest software applications for post-production editing. EmployabilityThis course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to forge a career in a variety of technical or creative roles and productions. This could include roles such as runner, camera assistant, sound recordist, editing assistant, or production coordinator, and you could be working with major production studios on the sets of blockbuster films and award-winning TV series. FacilitiesWe’re committed to helping you explore, expand and refine your craft, as you discover new creative horizons with some truly great tools, equipment and workspaces. Visit our facilities hub at www.ntu.ac.uk/artfacilities to find out more.

Modules

[Year one]

• Craft Skills and Technologies (40 credit points)

• Approaches to Film (40 credit points)

• Storytelling and Production (40 credit points)

• Digital Workflows (20 credit points)

[Year two]

• Advanced Production (40 credit points)

• Emerging Technologies (40 credit points)

• CoLab: Research, Exploration and Risk-taking (20 credit points)

• Optional module. You will also choose one optional 20-credit module from:

• Storyboarding

• Character Ideation

• Experimental Animation

• The Art of the Video Interview

• Typography: Use and Expression

• Motion Graphics

• Responding to the Visual World

• Digital Matte Painting

[Year three] Optional Placement Year (Sandwich)*We have an option for all of our students to undertake a placement year (Sandwich) and allow you to decide whether this is right for you once you have completed years 1 and 2 of your course. This time spent working in industry provides our students with crucial work experience, which is highly prized and much sought after by employers upon graduation. If you are successful in securing a placement you will have the chance to gain an additional Certificate or Diploma in Professional Practice, dependent on duration.

• If you choose to take the sandwich route option, you will still need to apply for this course with the full-time UCAS code.

[Final year]

• Sketchpad

• Launchpad

- The Recent Past and Near Future of Creative Storytelling

Assessment method

Year 1 coursework (83%), practical exams (17%)Year 2 coursework (100%)Year 3 coursework (100%)People excel in different ways, and we want everybody to have the best possible chance of success. On this course you will be assessed on a range of individual and group presentations, and your final year project. Your work in Year Two accounts for 20% of your final degree mark, and your work in your final year accounts for the other 80%

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[Year one]

• Craft Skills and Technologies (40 credit points)

• Approaches to Film (40 credit points)

• Storytelling and Production (40 credit points)

• Digital Workflows (20 credit points)

[Year two]

• Advanced Production (40 credit points)

• Emerging Technologies (40 credit points)

• CoLab: Research, Exploration and Risk-taking (20 credit points)

• Optional module. You will also choose one optional 20-credit module from:

• Storyboarding

• Character Ideation

• Experimental Animation

• The Art of the Video Interview

• Typography: Use and Expression

• Motion Graphics

• Responding to the Visual World

• Digital Matte Painting

[Year three] Optional Placement Year (Sandwich)* We have an option for all of our students to undertake a placement year (Sandwich) and allow you to decide whether this is right for you once you have completed years 1 and 2 of your course. This time spent working in industry provides our students with crucial work experience, which is highly prized and much sought after by employers upon graduation. If you are successful in securing a placement you will have the chance to gain an additional Certificate or Diploma in Professional Practice, dependent on duration.

• If you choose to take the sandwich route option, you will still need to apply for this course with the full-time UCAS code.

[Final year]

• Sketchpad

• Launchpad

- The Recent Past and Near Future of Creative Storytelling