Access to the Digital Media Centre re; film/programme production / post production facilities
Specific details of equipment and facilities will be supplied with the module pack.

Specialist computing facilities

Non-specialist computing facilities for email, internet access, word processing, database, spreadsheet and basic presentations will be available through the University's 'Information Services' on-campus facilities - the exception being the 'studio browsers' which are located in base rooms/studios and will provide mainly email and internet access which are provided by the Faculty.

Specialist skills 'modulettes' will be assigned to this module. A comprehensive list of the modulettes is available from the Faculty Office, together with the current operational parameters for the modulettes (instruction description, maximum group size, time allocation, level etc). Some modules will have will have more than one modulette assigned to it and this information will also be held by the Faculty Office.

These learning strategies will occupy your time:

Negotiation with staff over the development and completion of an appropriate programme of work, which demonstrates and exploits your knowledge and experience gained from previous levels and shows a level of near professionalism. Negotiations should ensure that the programme can be resourced and will meet the learning outcomes of the module.

Participation in National competitions/festivals if appropriate

Reflection, refinement and evaluation of the work in progress and of the completed film/s/programme/s.
Research, ideas generation and problem solving including the exploration of personal ideas via analytical and observational study relevant to the negotiated brief, resulting in the production of film/programme production work.

Self-assessment, regular interim group critiques and tutorials

Technical instruction and workshop demonstrations. You will be shown how to handle equipment, processes and materials safely and effectively. Health & Safety.

Lectures to the whole group and small group sessions (seminars, crits, tutorials) screening work of influence, inspiration and new-direction.

You will receive constructive feedback from your peers and staff when appropriate.

Independent study in support of your project work. You will need to undertake a number of activities when not involved in taught or participation sessions. These will include researching & documenting your project & the preparation of your work for assessment.

This module aims to provide you with an opportunity to produce a range of negotiated projects based on previous pre-production concepts, research and prep-work. You will produce a body of work (films/programmes), which reflects your strengths as an independent film/programme maker.

You are expected to consolidate the knowledge, skills and experience gained during previous levels of your award, refining your working methods and adopting a professional and competitive approach. You will complete production from the personal programme of study in Semester 5 which demonstrates and exploits the knowledge and experience you have acquired and developed in levels 1 and 2. Normally, you will be expected to continue to participate in entering national competitions and festivals

You will exploit the analysis methods, including visual analysis, developed in earlier modules, now focussing on a range of negotiated projects, being aware of the direction your work is taking. You will continue to carry out research, generate ideas and solve problems - all of which must be intellectually challenging and demanding. It is expected that your programme of study will be underpinned by a strong emphasis on the development of personal ideas through analytical and observational methods.

It is intended that you develop a written description of and a schedule for your programme which must include a period of time for reflection and refinement. You will be encouraged to continually review and evaluate your progress, being able to respond to as well as initiate further ideas towards a definitive set of outcomes. In evaluating your own work you may develop your individual style and/or interests and expertise within the broad area of film/programme production.

Your programme of study must be approved following discussions between yourself and your supervising tutor which will include its resource implications and if they can be realistically met and exceptionally may involve the external examiner. The programme will result in a substantial body of work representing a minimum of 450 hours in semester 6 and involving at least one and normally up to 3 substantive and significant productions.

ASSESSMENT DETAILS

[Learning Outcomes 1-10] will be continually assessed via tutorials, group seminars, formative crits and the assessment panel will consider the production and presentation of your work as detailed in the documentation supplied by you in support of your individual negotiated programme of study. A single assessment grade will result, the panel having taken an holistic view of the student's achievements, based on:
100% coursework comprising a professional presentation to include a body of production work (1-3 substantial film/programme productions), research/production files, project proposals and ideas books reflecting the film/s/programme/s,

A range of books, subject-specific periodicals and journals, newspaper and other related articles, as well as texts relating to the film/programme process and the promotion of film/media relevant to your course of study should be employed as negotiated with your supervisor - together with any subject-specific visual, audio or audio-visual evidence to support your work.
Specific Key text details for the project production will be supplied with the module pack.

Recommended
You will be expected to take advantage of the extensive library facilities and careers services available within the University; keeping abreast of current developments through appropriate periodicals and being aware of the work of major practitioners in your subject.