This module will be formed of an overview of the interrelated aspects of virtual production and you will be encouraged to analyse and question current practice and methodologies. The module will build on your overall understanding of virtual production and challenge them to look at critical aspects beyond the technology.
Emerging trends and technologies in virtual production: This will include a retrospective of the technological development and disruptive elements that led to a range of virtual production techniques. Opportunities and challenges in virtual production for film industry: This will include studying the business models, budget implications and practicality of any given solution to develop a deeper understanding of the choices made in production.
Discussion on the future of filmmaking with virtual production: This will be based around investigations on the high speed progress and development of virtual production techniques and the cross over technologies along with the expansion and accessibility to the high end techniques.
This will work alongside a process of production for high end final pixel products utilising the virtual production space.

1. Short Film 75% assessing learning outcomes 1, 3 and 4. The short film should comprise a complete scene or set of scenes fully produced in the virtual production environment. The film should be produced in small teams with negotiated contribution across each of the key areas of virtual production. 2. Skills resume and action plan 25% assessing learning outcome
2. The skills resume should be presented as a structured CV and website such as LinkedIn. The action plan should detail a set of actions for short term development and life long learning.

The module will be delivered through a series of mixed mode lectures and workshops alongside opportunities to debate and discuss the industry in student led seminars.
Practical work will be supported through a supervisor process where you will collaborate and pitch concepts and ideas. Supervising staff will take on the role of a critical friend to challenge and support students through these developmental stages.
Technical instruction and challenges will support your development.

1. On completion of this module, you will be able to demonstrate a significant understanding of the processes and procedures of virtual production.
Knowledge and Understanding

2. On completion of this module, you will be able to define an individual process of self managed learning.
Learning

3. On completion of this module, you will be able to follow established paths of enquiry to question the processes of virtual production.
Enquiry

4. On completion of this module, you will be able to test various methods of production and optimisation for virtual production assets and methods.
Analysis

GDD specialist teaching space
Blackboard VLE
Lynda.com
Media stores filmmaking resource
Greenscreen space
Virtual Production Studio
Visual Effects Software
• Maya
• Houdini
• PFTrack
• Reality Capture
•Nuke
• Adobe Suite
• PTGui
• Unreal

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Virtual production is a fascinating combination of a range of technologies and creates disruption in traditional workflow. This module will bring together all of your skills in a high end virtual production project supported by critical analysis of the implications of the methods.