Southampton, Solent University · Full-time
Film Production
Learn advanced filmmaking techniques and improve your portfolio by working in professional studios and collaborating with expert tutors on a range of projects. This exciting course focuses on independent filmmaking and current practices in the film industry. S…
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School of Creative Industries
Learn advanced filmmaking techniques and improve your portfolio by working in professional studios and collaborating with expert tutors on a range of projects. This exciting course focuses on independent filmmaking and current practices in the film industry. Students will experiment with creative ideas from the outset, taking advantage of our industry-standard facilities, training and equipment. Along the way students will be challenged to develop their own personal style of filmmaking, exploring new ideas and collaborating with other postgraduate students. Up-to-the-minute teaching and instruction help students to build on these skills and work towards their chosen career. Students studying in the TV, film and media production subject area benefit from a schedule of high calibre guest speakers and visiting fellows. Recent talks have been given by Paul Franklin (Oscar winner for visual effects on Inception) and Brian Tufano (cinematographer on Trainspotting, Quadrophenia and Billy Elliot). Two teams of students from the MA Film Production course recently won awards at the DVMISSION 48-Hour Film Challenge. This course is for: Solent’s MA Film Production is well-suited to those with a bachelor’s degree in a related subject, or those with extensive industry experience in advertising, marketing or design. The course content is ideal for those wishing to learn advanced filmmaking techniques to enhance their existing role, or move into filmmaking.
Getting in
As the university states it
• Minimum 2:2 from UK degree or equivalent in a related discipline • An example of creative practice or portfolio is required at the point of application • Applicants must attend an interview (virtual) Applicants who do not have English as their first language will be required to demonstrate an approved level of proficiency in the use of the English language. Qualifications are checked before enrolment, and international students must bring their original certificates or certified copies when coming to study at the University.
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