Film and Television, BA (Hons)

Course summary

In this programme, we encourage you to find individual approaches through work in:

• documentary

• drama

• experimental film

• hybrid film

Through exercises and short films, we also nurture work that challenges the norms and boundaries of filmmaking.These experiences will help you:

• find your own creative identities

• develop skills that will help you find work in the industry

By the time you graduate you will have worked on several films in different roles.Practical skillsYou will gain practical experience in:

• approaches to directing and writing

• creative producing

• camerawork

• sound recording and design

• editing, colour and grading

This helps you explore how every aspect of film and every role within a crew is a means of creative expression.We work as a film community supporting collaboration across the year groups. You will learn the teamwork and communication skills necessary to enter the film and television industries.MasterclassesYou will benefit from workshops and masterclasses from internal and visiting staff, who all work and exhibit internationally in film and television.Design and Screen CulturesYou will study Design and Screen Cultures courses alongside your practical studio work.These courses give you a contextual and theoretical understanding of contemporary screen studies.Optional coursesIn Years 1 and 2 you can also enrol in different optional courses offered by the wider University. You should select a combination of courses that reflect your interests and enhance your main study.

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