13May
UndergraduateCourse summary
Designed to equip you with essential skills for the dynamic film and television industries, this course immerses you in every facet of production. From scripting and directing to cinematography and editing, you’ll gain hands-on experience that complements theoretical insights, empowering you to bring your creative visions to life. Our programme offers a comprehensive blend of practical modules aimed at deepening your understanding of film structure and current industry practices. You’ll cultivate professional competencies vital for success in film and TV production, all within a supportive learning environment. Throughout your degree, you’ll engage in a series of immersive modules designed to hone your abilities in directing, editing, scriptwriting, and cinematography. Complemented by theoretical studies, these practical experiences prepare you to tackle complex industry challenges with confidence. Partnering with industry professionals, we offer real-world projects that allow you to collaborate with clients and tackle industry-standard briefs. Beyond traditional classroom settings, our course provides diverse on-location opportunities, ensuring a rich and experiential learning journey. Prepare to join a vibrant film community where collaborative learning and creative expression thrive. Build your portfolio, refine your analytical skills, and explore a range of career pathways in film and television production. Discover how our studio facilities and masterclasses will nurture your passion and potential in this dynamic field.
Modules
Year One In your first year, you’ll immerse yourself in the foundational aspects of film and TV production. Gain hands-on experience in storytelling, camera operation, and editing while exploring the history and theory of cinema. Collaborate on studio and location shoots to develop practical skills. The Storyteller (10 credits) Investigating Spaces (20 credits) Contemporary Challenges: Making a Difference (20 credits) Ways of Thinking (10 credits) Applied Storytelling Practice 1 (20 credits) Learning in the Digital Era (20 credits) Textual Practices 1 (10 credits) Ways of Perceiving (10 credits) Year Two Building on your foundational knowledge, Year 2 focuses on refining your technical skills and expanding practice. Gain a deeper understanding of storytelling, cinematography, and sound design across different genres including documentary and multi-camera TV production. Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits) Research in Context (10 credits) Learn to Love Solitude (20 credits) Designing the Story (10 credits) Applied Storytelling Practice 2 (20 credits) Changemakers: Building your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment (20 credits) Textual Practices 2 (10 credits) Research in Practice (10 credits) Year Three In your final year, you’ll consolidate your skills and prepare for a career in film and television production. You will undertake an independent project and gain pitching experience which you will be able to apply to real-world scenarios. Graduate Project Pitch (20 credits) Graduate Project (40 credits) The Film Festival (20 credits) Independent Project (40 credits)
Assessment method
All assessment is based on 100% practical coursework. Students are expected to demonstrate their understanding in the form of practical project work. All practical work is project and portfolio based.
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:
- W610
- Institution code:
- T80
- Campus name:
- SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea
- Campus code:
- T
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
Additional entry requirements
Interview
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of English
https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15525 | Year 1 |
| International | £15525 | 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
Our students have access to a diverse range of equipment and resources, which in most cases are sufficient to complete their programme of study. We provide the basic software and cameras necessary for students to develop their practical work within our extensive workshop sessions and on location.
You will need to buy a 1TB hard drive and suitable clothes for outside learning.
Sponsorship information
www.uwtsd.ac.uk/bursaries/
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP