Film Production Technology

Study the historical development of film technology and assess the impact technological change has had on the industry. You’ll be given the opportunity to investigate a range of film examples, past and present, in order to assess the impact technology has had, and continues to have, on changes in film production and distribution.

You’ll develop your ability to project manage the technical requirements of a film shoot. You’ll learn how to break down a script in terms of its technical requirements, whilst also learning about the different stages of project management in preparation for location filming – including location scouting, risk assessments, kit specifications, crewing, budgeting and scheduling.

You’ll be expected to show a detailed understanding of the health and safety regulations that govern the film industry and in particular, location filming.

You’ll work collaboratively as a part of a production team on a film set. As part of the team, you’ll be expected to demonstrate your proficiency working with a particular piece of hardware in a particular discipline. You’ll also need to demonstrate a detailed understanding of camera, lighting and audio technologies.

You’ll learn how to use post-production software for both visual and audio. You’ll develop an understanding of the technologies involved and impact on the creative process. You’ll gain experience and understand the relationships between different software, developing skills that will enable you to apply post-production theory in a practical way.

This module aims to equip you with the abilities needed to proficiently oversee a film production, guiding it from conception to public showing. You'll take a film concept and navigate through all the essential phases, harnessing film production technology for shooting and editing. Alongside refining your screenwriting skills, you'll also enhance your technical expertise, all while collaborating within a team. Teamwork is integral to crafting a film of exceptional quality that meets high standards.

During this module, you’ll research markets, festivals and competitions to inform the development and production of your own short film. Working under the guidance of an industry partner, you’ll undertake the pre-production of your own short film. You’ll be expected to make appropriate judgements in the planning of your production and demonstrate the ability to problem-solve.

You’ll produce a short film aimed at a film festival or competition. You’ll learn how to work in film production environments working to the necessary health and safety regulations. You’ll also develop your production management skills, learning to effectively manage workflow and processes in the successful delivery of your own short film.

During this module you will undertake appropriate self-directed projects, working collaboratively on creative work, allowing you to directly apply the knowledge and skills learnt throughout the programme in the context of the workplace. This module aims to develop your overall professionalism and provide you with the knowledge and resources to begin a career in the creative industries.

Within this module students will develop more advanced skills in the areas of post-production for film. This will involve visual effects, colour correction and picture grading for film post-production; and dubbing, mixing, ADR and Foley for audio post-production. Using the knowledge, understanding and skills acquired in these module students will work with an industry partner or client to post-produce a product to be shown in the cinema.

In this module, you'll learn how to create engaging non-fiction films. You'll explore both the theory behind effective storytelling and the practical aspects of making these films. Through hands-on projects, you'll choose a topic that interests you and develop your skills in researching, scripting, filming, and editing.

Collaborating with classmates will give you a taste of real-world teamwork in the film industry. By the end, you'll have the tools to craft compelling non-fiction stories that resonate with audiences.