Building on knowledge gained in specialist modules completed in Semester 1, the Group Projects module enables you to further develop and expand skills related to their chosen specialism through undertaking complex production work. Following a detailed brief, you will work in teams in your specialist roles -- e.g., Director, Producer, Cinematographer, Sound Supervisor, Editor, etc. -- to create a short film in a manner that mimics the production practices, requirements and constraints found in industry.
Occurrence | Teaching period |
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A | Semester 2 2024-25 |
This module seeks to provide a formal inter-disciplinary structure in which students from all Film and Television Production course variants (e.g., Cinematography, Directing, Producing, Sound and Editing) can explore methods and techniques related to their chosen specialisation by applying them to the production of film project based on a typical industry brief.
It emphasises the importance of creative and technical collaboration for the effective management of the filmmaking process in terms of use of time, working with other personnel and problem solving. The objective is to develop your preproduction, production and postproduction skills through a hands-on exploration of film production that mimics a real-world scenario. The module aims to develop an awareness of professional production values and collaborative working practices through reflective learning.
Upon completion of this module you are expected to be able to:
Task | % of module mark |
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Essay/coursework | 65 |
Practical | 35 |
None
If there are unequal numbers of students from the different specialisations (e.g., more directors than producers or cinematographers, etc.) we will seek to ensure that all students are working in roles directly related and relevant to their specialism.
Task | % of module mark |
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Essay/coursework | 65 |
Essay/coursework | 35 |
You will receive written feedback in line with standard University turnaround times.
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