Programme details:-
The new FdA in Creative Film & Moving Image Production replaces its predecessor, an award winning programme sponsored by Kodak, Arri GB, Cineworld and recognised by Equity. The new FdA provides an drama, documentary and experimental films, as well as a range of negotiated and self-defined projects and client work. This supports the production of a show-reel of original work, applicable to a wide range of platforms, including the gallery, cinema, broadcast media, and the web.
The programme is delivered by a team of specialists and industry contributors, and designed and written to reflect the Skillset Occupational Standards for the Media Industry. Our reputation for professionalism and high standards means our graduates can be assured that their experiences will be recognised and valued by employers. Working on both 16mm film and digital video, including HD, the output of the course is varied, highly creative and to broadcast standards.
You will be part of a selected cohort with plenty of access to equipment and your own specialist areas of study to work in. Technical support is provided enabling you to work independently outside of taught hours. CCAD is perfectly situated to enable access to a range of locations which are ideal for filming, from coastal areas to moorlands and industrial landscapes, providing incredible variety in terms of backdrops for production.
Pro-active industrial links, live briefs, work experience, competitions and visiting professionals are an essential feature of this degree and will help you to understand and compete within the TV and Film Industries. Your work may be shown on TV, appear at festivals and be entered into national and international awards and competitions. Choosing a Foundation Degree pathway with potential Honours top up is a highly effective route you can take to maximise learning, contact with industry and employability and may be studied full or part time.
What new skills will I acquire?
Any film and moving image production begins with a creative concept which needs to be researched, developed and scripted. Working in groups or individually you will learn to use a range of equipment with confidence, from Super 8 and 16mm film cameras and Steenbeck editing, to HD filming and postproduction to bring your ideas to life. Communication, organisation, commitment and energy, will drive your projects forward, enabling you to work to the best of your ability in a supportive and professional environment. You will find and develop your own unique ways of working and be supported in the production of
What can I do next?
Progression routes are varied and your portfolio will be tailored to suit your personal choices. Graduates have the opportunity to continue to study at Honours level at Teesside University or other top up institutions, subject to application and interview. For graduates wishing to enter the workplace as freelancers or employed, there are natural links with Scriptwriting; Production Management; Camera Operator; Sound; Lighting; Post -production; Installation and experimental work; Credit sequences; Music Promos; Distribution and Training. The degree is also a natural springboard into teaching if followed by a relevant top up qualification. Further graduate training can be found via Skillset and Northern Film & Media
Entry requirements:-
All applicants are considered on their own merit and usually will have successfully completed one of the following routes:
BTEC Edexcel National Diploma, Foundation Studies in Art & Design, AVCE, A Levels or other comparable level qualifications.
CCAD welcomes applications from a wide selection of qualification backgrounds, including students with non-traditional qualifications. The portfolio and interview remains an important part of the selection procedure. A typical offer is a 240 tariff score for the Creative Film and Moving Images Programme.
It is expected that all students will have a level 2 qualification in English. Where appropriate, a conditional offer of a place will be made in terms of a tariff score.
Alternative entry requirements for international students include the Irish Leaving Certificate, European or International Baccalaureate, together with a portfolio or work.
2nd Year Entry :-
Students should apply as normal through UCAS for advanced entry.
Please note we do not normally accept deferred entry applications.
Progression eg jobs, employability, further courses:-
Progression routes are varied and your portfolio will be tailored to suit your personal choices. Graduates have the opportunity to continue to study at Honours level at Teesside University, subject to interview. Scriptwriting; Production Management; Camera Operator; Sound; Lighting; Post -production; Installation and experimental work; Distribution and Training. Further graduate training can be found via Skillset and NFM.
Learning outcomes:-
TV & Film production begins with a creative concept which needs to be researched and developed and scripted. Working in groups or individually you will learn to use a range of equipment with confidence, from 16mm film cameras and Steenbeck editing, to HD digital production and post production to bring your ideas to life. Funding and distribution of projects are also integral to professional development. Communication, organisation, commitment and energy, will drive your projects forward, enabling you to work to the best of your ability in a supportive and professional environment. You will find and develop your own unique ways of working and be supported in the production of individual and group productions.
Programme Leader:-
Diane Scott
Where will the Programme be held:-
Church Square Hartlepool
What is the duration of the Programme:-
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
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