Course summary

HND in Film and Television is a practical course to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the film and television sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them. Students will benefit from access to our excellent production and post-production facilities; a fully furnished professional studio, a range of up cameras and sound equipment, and excellent video editing rooms. An emphasis on real world vocational practices and briefs rests at the core of our teaching and learning within the HND, delivered by lecturers with both extensive academic and professional industry experience. WHAT WILL I STUDY? Your first-year modules will include: Concept & Development (85 credits) Explore the history, theories and developments related to the area of practice. Explore and develop ideas, based on an iterative approach to problem solving in creative practice. Explore technical knowledge and skills necessary to support creative practice. Explore professional knowledge, behaviours and practices within the sector. Explore techniques, media and formats to communicate ideas and concepts for diverse audiences. Creative Project (35 credits) Apply relevant contextual knowledge to inform a creative project. Analyse a given brief to develop creative solutions, applying an iterative development process. Apply technical knowledge and skill in the production of a project outcome. Demonstrate professional knowledge, behaviours and practices in response to a given brief. Present the development process and outcomes of a creative project for a specified audience. Your second-year modules will include: Personal Professional Development (45 credits) Develop and apply contextual knowledge to inform personal progression. Develop and apply professional approaches to creative problem-solving to support personal progression. Develop and apply technical knowledge and skills to support personal progression. Develop and apply professional knowledge, behaviours and practices to support personal progression. Develop and apply professional communication skills to support personal progression. Professional Project (75 credits) Apply contextual knowledge to inform a response to a professional brief. Apply creative problem-solving skills to the development of ideas, proposals and final project outcomes. Use technical knowledge and skills to produce professional outcomes. Demonstrate professional knowledge, behaviours and project management skills. Present project development and outcomes, demonstrating professional communication skills.