7Dec
UndergraduateThe Northern School of Art has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
As a student on this collaborative and practical degree, you will develop the skills for both creative and technical film, television and theatre production. There are opportunities to specialise in producing, directing, cinematography, scriptwriting, post-production and/or Stage management / sound/lighting in film, television and theatre. Throughout the three years, you can create screen and theatre productions that showcase your skills and the ability to create new and original content for film and contemporary theatre practice. Students will gain a strong understanding of the technical requirements needed for this industry providing you with a distinct competitive advantage in the film making, television and theatre industries. This course works closely with other programmes such as Acting, Model Making & Visual FX, Costume Design and Production Design, because of this students will experience a fully rounded teaching environment with the faculty working collaboratively across all cast and crew requirements. A driving force for the programme is to create graduates that are industry ready for the growing sectors of Stage & Screen. This programme allows for the key learning for in both the world of stage and screen providing experience of both strands offering the student a distinct advantage in the job market. Our assessment for this course is not exam-based. You will be assessed on the film or theatre productions you make as part of your final year project. Throughout the three years, you will create screen and theatre productions. Showcasing your skills and abilities to create new and original content for film and theatre practice. Students will use Black Magic cameras as well as utilize traditional super-16mm film using Arriflex cameras. Our BA (Hons) Film, TV & Theatre course provides students with access to industry standard software including Premiere Pro and Avid. You will work on a minimum of 10 productions across three years, probably more due the collaborative nature of the degree course. Film school students work with live clients and will submit for festivals and competitions throughout the degree. Including the Kodak Commercial Awards, RTS Awards and National Student Drama Festival as well as others. At the end of the three year course, you will have a broad show-reel of work for your next steps into professional practice Awards Winner: Best Student Film Tees Valley International Film Festival - 2023 Winner: Best Film - Drama Royal Television Society (North East & Borders - student category) 2023 Nominee: Best Film - Comedy & Entertainment - Royal Television Society (North-East & Borders - student category) 2023 Winner: Best Short Film - Tees Valley International Film Festival Awards 2022 Winner: Best Horror - Tees Valley International Film Festival Awards 2022 Winner: Best Horror - Tokyo Film International Film Festival Awards 2022 Winner: Best Sound Craft Award Kodak NAHEMI Student Commercial Awards 2022 Winner: Best Production Design, Kodak NAHEMI Student Commercial Awards 2021 Best Student Short Film, New Renaissance Film Festival Yorkshire region (student category) 2020
Modules
In your first year (Level Four) you will explore:
- Core Production Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Scriptwriting
- Factual Storytelling
- Production 1
- Production 2
- Digital; Celluloid / Theatre Production
- Creative Discussion
- Live Project
- Project Research and Preparation
- Dissertation Report
- Final Major Project
Assessment method
In course assessment. Each module is assessed upon completion and given a percentage mark.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W692
- Institution code:
- C71
- Campus name:
- The Northern School of Art
- Campus code:
- H
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
International applicants
We do not currently accept students from outside of the UK. However, we can accept applications from those have evidence of pre-settled status to live, work and study in the UK. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 - 112 points
A level - CCC - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
T Level - Pass (C and above)
Your potential is our main focus when assessing your suitability for the programme you have applied to. Because of this, we take into account all aspects of your application and not just your academic profile. If you are a mature applicant (i.e. 21+ years), we will place more emphasis on your portfolio and the skills and experience you can demonstrate at interview. Your portfolio, which you bring to interview, is an integral part of the assessment. It should demonstrate your current skills, interests and knowledge where appropriate. It is also expected that you will bring evidence of written work to interview and/or have a Level 2 qualification in English/Literacy.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://northernart.ac.uk/study-with-us/hartlepool-campus/supporting-you/how-to-apply/
Additional entry requirements
Interview
https://northernart.ac.uk/study-with-us/hartlepool-campus/supporting-you/how-to-apply/
Portfolio
https://northernart.ac.uk/study-with-us/hartlepool-campus/supporting-you/how-to-apply/
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
As with most creative programmes delivered at higher education, this programme will have additional costs such as material and basic tools and contribution towards educational visits to ensure successful completion of the programme. The School offers financial support packages to help with this, whether this be through means-tested bursaries and/or grants. In addition, the School offers subsidised resale of course materials, free use of studios etc. More detailed information is provided at the interview stage; however, if you require this sooner please contact [email protected]
Provider information
The Northern School of Art
University Level Campus
Church Square
Hartlepool
TS24 7EX