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Film and Television Production

Studying this industry accredited course will enable you to develop as a highly skilled and experienced professional with a comprehensive understanding of the Film and Television industries.

Key Facts

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Degree

BA (Hons) Film and Television Production

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Degree Duration

3 years :1 year pathway + 2 year degree

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Pathways Available

International Year Zero | International Foundation Year

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Start Dates

September 2023

Degree Overview

This course will be taught by a team of expert lecturers who remain industry active and will share their knowledge with you and give you a clear insight into the realities of working within Film and Television.

Through your studies you will be introduced to the creative and technical aspects of single camera and multi-camera filmmaking and television production, supported by film and media theory to inform your practice. And you will learn how to generate and develop ideas and adopt a creative approach to your work.

Towards the second and third years of the course, there are a range of specialist options available to enable you to explore your own areas of interest. You may also have the option to study abroad at a partner university or to do a placement in industry on the four-year version of the course.

In the final year of this programme you will undertake a major bespoke production project, where you will be able to collaborate with other disciplines and put your learning into practice, whilst showcasing your expertise developed through the course.

Important
  • You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, Stationary and additional resources.

Why Study this Degree

This course is accredited by Screen Skills, the sector skills council for the creative industries.

Throughout the course you will benefit from a range of opportunities that will enrich your learning and advance your knowledge base

Students will experience a wide range of teaching and learning environments. Concepts, principles and theories are generally explored in formal lectures and practiced in associated tutorials, seminars and directed reading groups.

Your Pathways

International Foundation Year

The IFY will prepare you for the first year of your undergraduate degree. It’s made up of several core and subject-specific modules that will give you a greater understanding of your chosen subject area. The skills you develop through this programme will help you in your chosen degree, in your future career, and in all aspects of life.

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International Year Zero

The International Year Zero is the first year of the four year undergraduate course. IYZ is designed to help you gain extra skills in your subject area, as well as English Language, before you continue to year one of your chosen University undergraduate degree course.

Following successful completion of the IYZ, you will continue onto Year One of your degree directly with the University of your choice.

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University of Dundee

Ranked in The Guardian’s Top 20 UK Universities in 2021, the
University of Dundee prides itself on three things: Impactful
research, an excellent student experience and a community
campus in the city.

Situated beside the majestic River Tay, Dundee is Scotland’s sunniest city. It also has the highest student ratios per head of population anywhere in the UK so there is an exciting and diverse range of nightlife, leisure activities and culture.

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