Digital Film Production - HND Higher Education

Digital Film Production HND Location Start Date Day Time Fees Duration Leamington Sep-2016 Mon, Tue and Wed 09:15 - 16:00 see below 2Year(s) What will I study?

The Higher National Diploma in Digital Film Production has a very high practical content, approximately 2/3 combined with 1/3 theoretical content. This ratio effectively equips graduates to directly enter the industry and also prepares students to progress to the final year of a related BA Honours degree if desired.

Students have access to individual edit suites for the duration of the course and consistent access to up-to-date production equipment. This is coupled with access to learning resources and lecturers five days a week, all possible due to the maintaining of small group sizes.

The course has three main study areas – technical, industry practice and theoretical context:

The technical training on the course has two main functions. The first is to equip students with the necessary skills in film and video production in order that they are prepared for the vocational assignments on the course, and potential employment for the future. The second is to train students in the artistic application of techniques in camera, editing and post production tools in order to best realise their creative ambitions.

The industry practice on the course underpins several areas where vocational skills are developed by students in order to be transferred and applied in a professional environment. This is aided by industry professionals who have a major input into the course over the two year duration. This vocational training aims to develop teamwork and communication skills with peers on productions, along with individual project management and presentation skills, in order to creatively communicate a vision to industry professionals.

The theoretical context of the course works to underpin practical knowledge and application and as such should inform working practices from creation to production to exhibition. The theoretical approaches harnessed by this course seek to alter conventional perspectives of culture and society in a way to enrich creative visions in digital production.

Previous students have been nominated for and won national film awards - demonstrating the excellent foundation this course provides for a future in digital film production. Previous graduates have been nominated for and won national film awards - demonstrating the excellent foundation this course provides for a future in digital film production. To see more about the success of previous students follow us on facebook: Warwickshire School of Arts

For examples of what we do on the course, please follow these links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfeZxTyf7as  - 2015 Showreel 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqgkLEO_8RI - HND Digital Film Production Promo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSfyBnyZm-c - HND Digital Film Production showreel

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdja05dp_yc - School of Arts HE courses Promo

This course is validated by Coventry University.

What modules are covered?

Year 1

Digital Film Production Techniques
Textual Analysis
Digital Post-Production Techniques
Film Movements in Practice
Film Theory

Year 2

Writing for Screen
Motion Graphics
Promoting and Pitching
Cultural Contexts in Cinema
Professional Film Making Practice 
Self Directed ProjectWhat qualifications will I get?

HND Digital Film Production

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is carried out via course work (there are no exams). For the technical modules assessment is based on the production of practical elements, which are presented in digital formats. For the industry and creative practice modules, assessment is based on pre-production workbooks and short film and video productions (some of which are used in industry practice and assessed by industry professionals). Finally the theoretical modules are assessed through the more traditional methods of essays, reports and case studies.

What is the entry process?

Applications should be made through UCAS, using the institution code for Warwickshire College – W25 – and the course code shown below. Applicants will be normally invited for interview by Warwickshire College. The interviews are part of a supportive process to help you to decide the right course for you and your career goals.

UCAS Course Code: 016W

What are the entry requirements?

Minimum qualifications: Full level 3

For standard entrants a ‘Full level 3’ 160 UCAS points.

However, the college welcomes applications with relevant work experience who do not have the formal academic qualifications, also welcome are applications from International and disabled students. All applicants will need to demonstrate the ability to study independently at HE level. Accreditation of prior learning will be considered.

What else do I need to know?

Tuition fees

For information on fees for these courses please contact us or go to our: HE Fees and support information on our website, or contact us for further information.

Most students will pay nothing upfront for their course. For information on government loans and grants available for HE study, please visit the Student Finance England website. https://www.gov.uk/student-finance

Please note that applicants who already hold a higher education qualification may not be eligible for support and should enquire for further details.

Warwickshire College Group offers various bursaries and scholarships, please see the HE fees and support information on our website or contact us for further information. Different fees apply to international students, so if you think this might apply to you then please enquire at Student Services for more details.

Further information
 
Warwickshire College welcomes all students and will always aim to make reasonable adjustments to meet any specific needs or difficulties. In exceptional circumstances, the learning outcomes of some courses may mean that such adjustments are not possible and the College cannot guarantee that every requirement can be supported. Failure to disclose specific needs or difficulties to the college at an early stage in your application may delay the College in its ability to make reasonable adjustments or may prevent them altogether. Please discuss your individual circumstances with the admissions tutor as early as possible.

What can I do after this course?

Work in the television and film industries, this includes not only contracted employment but free lance work also.

There is an established top-up degree route with Coventry University (BA Hons in Media Production). Several other universities will also count this course as APL and have offered previous students direct entry on to their BA honours top-up year based on their portfolios and interview performances.

Got a question about this course?

Call: 0300 45 600 49 or email us nowUCAS code

016W

We make every effort to ensure that these course details are accurate. Warwickshire College reserves the right to make alterations. Fees may be indicative at the time of publishing.

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