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Film Production Technology at Nottingham Trent University - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Nottingham Trent University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Course summary

Throughout this Film Production foundation degree you’ll learn the skills needed to work in a variety of technical roles within the film production process. You’ll get a wide range of experience whilst developing a specific area of expertise and developing a strong portfolio of work, tailored to your career aspirations. From ideation and pre-production to post-production and the final exhibition of films, you’ll be immersed in every aspect of the filmmaking process. Develop expertise in camera operation, lighting techniques, editing, colour grading, audio recording, and sound design, while building a portfolio showcasing your industry experience. Key features

  • Gain hands-on industry experience while you study, with industry opportunities built into the course to ensure you graduate with the practical skills needed to make it in the industry.
  • Use industry-standard equipment: Learn how to use specialist tech and equipment including DJI Gimbals, DaVinci Resolve Studio and Avid Media Composer.
  • Work on live briefs: Boost your CV and industry connections by working on live briefs set by industry giants.
  • Study in the heart of Nottingham: One of Europe’s top 25 student cities, and home to over 75,000 learners.
Employability After completing your foundation degree, you’ll have the chance to top up to BSc (Hons) Film Production or go straight into industry. Employability is a key focus of this course, with modules including initiatives, such as live projects and the opportunity to exhibit your work, to help enhance your future career. This course will prepare you to work in creative industries in specialist technical roles, in areas such as feature films, television, and advertising. You will also develop transferable skills for alternative careers in teaching, retailing, media, and freelance design. Previous students are working at companies, such as:
  • Pinewood Studios
  • Spool Films
  • The Football Association
  • UEFA
  • Plum Pictures.
Facilities On this course you’ll study in our £9.1million Digital Media Hub. You’ll have access to:
  • A range of cameras such as Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera, Sony FS5, Blackmagic Ursa Mini, DJI Ronin RS3 Pro gimbal and DJI Ronin 2 Gimbal
  • Industry-standard software, such as Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere, and DaVinci Resolve Studio
  • A 25 seat screening room
  • A 37m2 Green Screen VFX studio with VFX infinity curve screen
  • A 144m2 studio space with industry-standard digital video cameras and full lighting rig
  • Industry spec production gallery with 4k production facilities
  • Foley suite
  • Production and meeting rooms
  • Access to audio post-production equipment.

Modules

Year One Audio-Visual Film Technologies (20 credit points) Script to Screen (40 credit points) Applied Film Technologies (20 credit points) Post-Production Technology for Film (20 credit points) The Evolution of Film Technology (20 credit points) Year Two Advanced Film Technologies (20 credit points) Short Film Development (20 credit points) Short Film Production (20 credit points) Film Industry Practice (20 credit points) Advanced Post-Production Technology for Film (20 credit points) Non-Fiction Filmmaking (20 credit points)

How to apply

14Jan

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:
P313
Institution code:
N91
Campus name:
City Campus
Campus code:
1

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact Nottingham Trent University Admissions team for further information.

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9790 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9790 Year 1
Scotland £9790 Year 1
Wales £9790 Year 1
EU £18700 Year 1
International £18700 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

The tuition fees above are subject to parliamentary procedure. They haven't been confirmed yet, but we expect them to be finalised by May 2026. The level of tuition fees for the second and subsequent years of your undergraduate course may increase in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.
Film Production Technology at Nottingham Trent University - UCAS