Module Texts
Television Programme making, Colin Hart, (1999), ISBN 0 240 51524 2, Pub Focal Press
Guerrilla TV, Ian Lewis, (2002), ISBN 0240 51601, Pub Focal Press
Today's Video, Peter Utz, (2005), McFarland & Company, 4th Edition, ISBN: 10
:0786422008
The Complete Film Production Handbook, Eve Light Honthaner, Elsevier Science and Technology (US) (2001) ISBN 9780240804194
Module Resources
DV camera and support equipment
Portable lights
Premiere Pro or Avid editing suite
Office space
Word processing
Module Special Admissions Requirements
Prior study of module CE70079-4 Practical Skills Technology or equivalent
Module Learning Strategies
3 hour lab/practical each week.
Learning on all aspects of the content will be facilitated by production meetings, tutorials, and student centred learning. Practical assignments (testing) using portable and fixed film making equipment will support the learning.
Module Indicative Content
This module develops an understanding of the technology, pre-production, production and post-production techniques required for the production of a collaborative drama.
Through this module students will gain knowledge of,
1. The way in which technology (camera skills, lighting and editing skills) is applied to the production of film or television drama.
2. The logistical, business, organisational and team working skills required when producing drama for film or television.
Module Additional Assessment Details
A coursework weighted at 30% addressing Learning outcomes 3, 4 and 5. This will comprise the final film, peer assessment, a group production folder and an audience survey.
An individual production report and evaluation of completed project (typically 1200 words) weighted at 70% addressing Learning outcomes 1 and 2.