Filmmaking induction information

About your programme

Module information

You’ll complete your course one block or ‘semester’ at a time. In each semester you’ll study modules. Some are core modules you have to take – others you’ll be able to choose between when you arrive, personalising the course to your interests.

In your first semester you will study the following modules:

• The Design Process 

The Design Process

There is no such thing as reality in film, almost everything that appears on screen is placed there, and decisions are made about what to hide or reveal. This module explores the value of creative thinking and practice and considers the nature and importance of design in the genesis of a production.

You will, over the course of the module, produce a sketch/scrap book. This book should be a living document of your visual journey throughout this module. While it is a primarily visual piece, it can include short notes and annotations on any images, textures, diagrams etc. that you have collected, to illustrate why and how your own personal design style has been inspired and influenced.

As this document is intended to showcase development in many visual techniques, it is expected that it should contain work in a range of media (pencil drawing, painting, print making etc.).

In addition, you will be allocated a short film script and will be expected to produce an animated mood board/sizzle reel from it using archive/found material and original sketches that reflects your interpretation of the tone and design of the film.

Finally, you will produce a poster for your given film that accurately reflects the design language established through this reel.

• Cinema History 

Cinema History

Great filmmakers are invariable also great scholars of cinema. You will develop a solid foundation in the major landmarks, movements, and influential individuals throughout the history of cinema. The module will plot a path from the earliest experiments with persistence of vision, through a wide range of global influences that have brought us to the movies of the present day.

You will complete a written essay in which you will write a scholarly assignment that complies with academic conventions such as referencing and bibliography.

In addition you will create an archive-footage documentary in which you reflect upon the practice, influences and signature style of a director, cinematographer, sound designer or actor of your choice.

Further information about the structure of your course can be found within the programme specification document.