FdA Film and Photography

Year 1

Core modules

• Developing Collaborative Practice (SOUD1516)

  This module requires a student to identify collaborative opportunities, live or simulated, and work within agreed parameters to pitch and produce creative content. Students will record the development, communications and process in a portfolio. This will develop a greater awareness of working with others, project management, negotiation and interaction with collaborators and intellectual property.

• Digital Tools: Software, Systems and Applications (SOUD1517)

  Introduction to industry standard digital tools including sculpting, sketching, 2D and 3D graphics, also emerging technology. Students will gain practical knowledge to understand and apply fundamental principles in the use of digital technologies and their application in a wider context. The workshop skills of this module will be applied in the practical assignments.

• Introductory Skills (Film and Photography) (SOUD1518)

  An introductory film and photography module that will explore the techniques used in a range of camera formats. Effective shooting skills and conventions of all stages of production will be practised through the processing of captured material

• Documentary (SOUD1519)

  This module will explore the theoretical and cultural context of documentary practice, in order to inform practical exercises in a range of formats. The moral and ethical framework of the genre will be investigated alongside a critical analysis of historical practitioners and their motivations.

• Narrative (SOUD1520)

  This module will explore the techniques and conventions of narrative development. The application of these skills will be used through both formal and creative approaches to pitch and produce a script. Students will be introduced to industry practice in script formatting and will produce practical responses to storytelling through the production of a script which could be utilised for Producing and Directing at Level 5.

• Understanding Contextual Referencing (SOUD1521)

  Students will be given the opportunity to examine the underlying theoretical concerns of their practice, to understand the historical and contemporary contexts for creative practice, and develop a range of research and communications skills which can be used to inform sustained critical reflection and personal creative development.

Final year

Core modules

• Producing and Directing for Screen (SOUD2472)

  This module places the student in a central role for a moving image project where they will engage with a complex, multi-layered communication process. Techniques involved in directing and producing films will be investigated. The module will be a collaborative project with actors and technical crew. The focus will be on the communication of the director's vision and production of a film.

• Negotiated Research (SOUD2473)

  The module will explore and analyse the cultural context of creative work and will examine issues that may impact on current and future practice. The content will support the development and production of an individually researched and produced essay

• Professional Engagement (SOUD2474)

  Students will work in a manner that reflects industry practice in their chosen area developing skills of collaboration and negotiation. The ability to interact with outside agencies to reach solutions and meet deadlines is central to this module. A multi-disciplinary approach to development and creative production will be encouraged, underpinned by recognised professional practice.

• Final Major Project (SOUD2475)

  The Final Major Project provides a vehicle to demonstrate the accumulated skills and greater independence of students. Through negotiation and approval, students will evidence their ability to manage a project, from initiation through to creative outcome. Students will be encouraged to explore and integrate a range of processes and practices including platforms for exhibition of work.

• Portraiture (SOUD2476)

  This module will explore the theoretical context and stylistic approaches of portrait photography, in order to inform practical exercises in photographing people. The module will explore classic and innovative approaches to portraiture in photography to inform practice.