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National Film and Television School: Directing and Producing Science and Natural History
Institution | National Film and Television School View institution profile |
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Department | Film and Television |
Web | https://nfts.co.uk/ |
info@nfts.co.uk | |
Telephone | 01494 731425 |
Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
**In partnership with BBC Studios**
Designed to give you all you need to work professionally in this exciting industry.
Could you make the next Life of the Universe, The Surgeon’s Cut or A Year on Planet Earth? This one-of-a-kind MA course aims to give you the skills and expertise needed to direct science and wildlife productions; the know-how to produce and direct entire shows and the ability, confidence and knowledge to generate and pitch ideas to commissioners.
The course includes masterclasses from Industry experts (including the world-renowned BBC Natural History Unit) and work experience at major wildlife and science production companies. You’ll make your own films, with all production costs met by the school, and on graduating, you’ll have the opportunity to build a brilliant list of industry contacts and relevant skills for a career as a Producer/Director.
With a passion for science and the natural world alongside a love of storytelling, you can adapt and further your knowledge at the NFTS, learning what you need to become a filmmaker at an exciting time in this industry, documenting how we interact with the world and helping to bring together the stories that need to be told.
**Course Facilities**
As a NFTS student, you will be given full access to the largest production facilities you’ll find at a film school in the UK, including top-of-the-range cameras and lenses, sound recording equipment and the latest editing software.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You must be able to demonstrate your passion and commitment to developing a career in television, and may already have some experience of television production. Typically, applicants will have a proven interest in science and natural history, which may involve a background in Physics, Chemistry, combined Natural Sciences, Zoology, Biology, Psychology, Wildlife Photography or film making. While many applicants will have a degree from a British or overseas university, we will consider applicants who do not have a degree if they have an impressive portfolio, a creative track record or an alternative qualification. If you have any questions, please email info@nfts.co.uk. |
Location | National Film and Television School Beaconsfield Studios Beaconsfield HP9 1LG |
Summary
**In partnership with BBC Studios**
Could you make the next Seven Worlds One Planet, Horizon or Forces of Nature?
This is the only MA course of its kind in the UK, combining Science and Natural History in one MA, designed to give students all they need work professionally in this exciting industry. It aims to give students the skills and expertise needed to direct science and wildlife productions, the know-how to produce and direct entire shows and the ability, confidence and knowledge to generate and pitch ideas and formats to commissioning editors.
**Within 2 months of graduating all our 2019 graduates secured roles at leading television companies, including BBC Natural History Unit, Plimsoll Productions and Silverback Films.**
The course includes masterclasses from industry experts, including the world-renowned BBC Natural History Unit, and work experience is available at major wildlife production companies. Our graduates have the opportunity to build a brilliant list of industry contacts and relevant skills for a career as a Producer/Director.
With a passion for the natural world and a love of storytelling, students can adapt and further their knowledge at the NFTS, learning what they need to become a filmmaker at an exciting time in this industry, documenting how we interact with the natural world and helping to bring together the stories that need to be told.
**"You are the future. It’s up to you to change things about the way you look at the natural world, using formats I haven’t dreamed about." Sir David Attenborough, NFTS Masterclass 2017**
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | Applicants must be able to demonstrate their passion, commitment and talent for developing a career in television and a keen interest in the natural world, science, conservation and bio-diversity. Typically, applicants will have a proven interest in science and natural history, which may involve a background in Physics, Chemistry, combined Natural Sciences, Zoology, Biology, Psychology, Mathematics, Wildlife Photography etc. But other educational backgrounds are not excluded. While many applicants will have a degree from a British or overseas university, we will consider applicants who do not have a degree if they have an impressive portfolio, a creative track record or an alternative qualification. If you have any questions, please email info@nfts.co.uk. |
Location | National Film and Television School Beaconsfield Studios Beaconsfield HP9 1LG |
Summary
This is the only MA course of its kind in the UK, designed to fast track you into the industry. It aims to give students the skills and expertise needed to direct science and wildlife productions, the know-how to produce and direct entire shows and the ability, confidence and knowledge to generate and pitch ideas and formats to commissioning editors.
The course includes masterclasses from industry experts, including the world-renowned BBC Natural History Unit, and work experience is available at major wildlife production companies. Our graduates have the opportunity to build a brilliant list of industry contacts and relevant skills for a career as a Producer/Director.
All NFTS students can attend Masterclasses. Recent guests include David Fincher (Fight Club), Greta Gerwig (Little Women), Steve McQueen (12 Years A Slave), Edgar Wright (Hot Fuzz), Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag), Ben Wheatley (Free Fire), Rapman (Blue Story), Louis Theroux, Debra Granik (Winter’s Bone), Denis Villeneuve (Bladerunner 2049), Lynne Ramsay (You Were Never Really Here), Sam Mendes (1917), Asif Kapadia (Senna), Joanna Hogg (The Souvenir), Russell T Davies (Doctor Who) and David Attenborough.
"You are the future. It’s up to you to change things about the way you look at the natural world, using formats I haven’t dreamed about." Sir David Attenborough, NFTS Masterclass 2017
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | Applicants must be able to demonstrate their passion, commitment and talent for developing a career in television. Typically, applicants will have a proven interest in science and natural history, which, typically, may involve a background in Physics, Chemistry, combined Natural Sciences, Zoology, Biology, Psychology, Mathematics etc. But other educational backgrounds are not excluded. While many applicants will have a degree from a British or overseas university, we will consider applicants who do not have a degree if they have an impressive portfolio, a creative track record or an alternative qualification. |
Location | National Film and Television School Beaconsfield Studios Beaconsfield HP9 1LG |
Fees
England | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
Channel Islands | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | 14800 GBP for Year 1 |
EU | 26000 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 26000 GBP for Year 1 |
About the National Film and Television School
First established in 1971, the National Film and Television School (NFTS) has evolved to become a leading global institution, developing some of Britain and the world’s top creative talent. In 2018, the NFTS was awarded both the BAFTA for Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema and the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education.
As one of the leading film schools in the world, the NFTS operates like a major studio, with state-of-the-art production facilities that are essential for creating outstanding content for film, TV, games, animation, design, and much more. It’s a …
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