Screen: Acting, Directing, Writing

Content

This film course prepares you for work in recorded drama and related fields by bringing together the key artistic functions that go into the making of filmed drama with discrete pathways in Screen Acting, Directing and Screen Writing. At the heart of the course is the development of individual creativity, achieved through constant opportunities for working on camera-based projects with colleagues from other pathways. Course components include acting, directing and writing; the creation and production of video dramas, shot both in the studio and on location; live public performances on a professional stage; in-depth preparation for the profession, including interviewing/audition techniques.

The course is characterised by the following:

• A performance-led approach to recorded drama.
• A company operating model.
• The consequent acquisition of a deep understanding of the processes leading to the creation and communication of recorded drama.
• A quasi-professional learning model preparing graduates for direct entry into work.
• Creating and realising new writing or adaptations through performance-led models.
• Work on the technical aspects of production.
• A mentoring scheme connecting students with experienced professionals.

Structure

The film course is structured in self-contained units, often built around a class-based preparatory part and an application consisting of a practical project. A progression point occurs at the end of week 24 you will need to pass the units offered up to that point in order to progress to the second stage of the course.

There are three pathways to choose from:

• Screen Acting
• Directing
• Screen Writing

Pathway details

Screen Acting Pathway - This breaks a tradition of screen and radio performers in this country firstly training for and working on the stage. Key features: an extended programme of Acting Skills; two Video Drama projects; a Radio Drama project; a devised project; and an extended programme of professional preparation.

Directing Pathway - Traditionally, few film and television directors deal in their training with the problems involved in working with performers. The pathway addresses this whilst preserving an individuality of approach. Key features: an extended programme of Directing Skills; two Video Drama projects; a Radio Drama project; a devised project; and an extended programme of professional preparation.

Screen Writing Pathway - If you feel your writing would benefit from interaction with fellow professionals, the pathway offers you the chance to workshop your output, discuss and test it in detail with directors, actors and others. Key features: an extended programme of Screen Writing Skills; two Video Drama projects; a course in Improvisation and Devising Skills; an extended programme of professional preparation.

Dedication

2 years, full-time extended.