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University of South Wales: Film (Documentary)
| Institution | University of South Wales |
|---|---|
| Department | Media |
| Web | http://www.southwales.ac.uk |
| enquiries@southwales.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 03455767778 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
MA Film (Documentary) is all about telling human stories through film. Building on your existing skills, this course sharpens your techniques and deepens your expertise in documentary filmmaking. You'll specialise in your chosen area, preparing to create professional, high-quality films that reflect real-world narratives with confidence.
You’ll work with top industry professionals and gain experience working at a factual production company. This course will provide you with skills essential to becoming a documentary filmmaker in today’s industry, including storytelling, research skills, self-shooting, single-camera filmmaking and film editing.
Applicants who are unsure as to which pathway they should apply for are encouraged to contact the course team for an informal discussion before making an application. Should you choose to apply for more than one pathway, your portfolio should demonstrate your interest and experience in each individual area and therefore more than one portfolio may be required.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Location | Cardiff University Of South Wales Adam Street Cardiff CF24 2FN |
Fees
| England;Scotland;Northern Ireland;Wales | 11060 GBP for Per year |
|---|---|
| International | 17900 GBP for Per year |
Summary
This Documentary Film Masters degree is all about telling human stories through film. Working with top industry practitioners and alongside BBC Wales’ training scheme It’s My Shout, you will learn the importance of storytelling, self-shooting and single camera "guerilla" filmmaking. Students on this documentary filmmaking masters course will also have the chance to pitch your ideas to real factual commissioners including those at Channel 4 and the BBC.
You will study in the heart of Cardiff, home to a thriving film and TV industry, including leading independent production companies Boom Cymru, Rondo Media and Plimsoll, and learn from documentary directors and producers with many years of international production experience. Industry masterclasses, guest lectures and the chance to pitch your idea to make a short broadcast documentary for BBC Wales add up to a rich and varied learning and training opportunity.
Students on course will be taught via a mix of workshops, seminars, lectures and tutorials, as well as guest lectures and masterclasses from industry professionals. Assessment will be via a series of practical assessments based around live briefs and production projects (70%), combined with written reflections and critical analysis of students’ work (30%).
Applicants who are unsure as to which pathway they should apply for are encouraged to contact the course team for an informal discussion before making an application. Should you choose to apply for more than one pathway, your portfolio should demonstrate your interest and experience in each individual area and therefore more than one portfolio may be required.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Location | Cardiff (Atrium) Campus University of South Wales Pontypridd Cardiff CF37 1DL |
Summary
This Documentary Film Masters degree is all about telling human stories through film. Working with top industry practitioners and alongside BBC Wales’ training scheme It’s My Shout, you will learn the importance of storytelling, self-shooting and single camera "guerilla" filmmaking. Students on this documentary filmmaking masters course will also have the chance to pitch your ideas to real factual commissioners including those at Channel 4 and the BBC.
You will study in the heart of Cardiff, home to a thriving film and TV industry, including leading independent production companies Boom Cymru, Rondo Media and Plimsoll, and learn from documentary directors and producers with many years of international production experience. Industry masterclasses, guest lectures and the chance to pitch your idea to make a short broadcast documentary for BBC Wales add up to a rich and varied learning and training opportunity.
Students on course will be taught via a mix of workshops, seminars, lectures and tutorials, as well as guest lectures and masterclasses from industry professionals. Assessment will be via a series of practical assessments based around live briefs and production projects (70%), combined with written reflections and critical analysis of students’ work (30%).
Applicants who are unsure as to which pathway they should apply for are encouraged to contact the course team for an informal discussion before making an application. Should you choose to apply for more than one pathway, your portfolio should demonstrate your interest and experience in each individual area and therefore more than one portfolio may be required.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Location | Cardiff (Atrium) Campus University of South Wales Pontypridd Cardiff CF37 1DL |
Summary
This Documentary Film Masters degree is all about telling human stories through film. Working with top industry practitioners and alongside BBC Wales’ training scheme It’s My Shout, you will learn the importance of storytelling, self-shooting and single camera "guerilla" filmmaking. Students on this documentary filmmaking masters course will also have the chance to pitch your ideas to real factual commissioners including those at Channel 4 and the BBC.
You will study in the heart of Cardiff, home to a thriving film and TV industry, including leading independent production companies Boom Cymru, Rondo Media and Plimsoll, and learn from documentary directors and producers with many years of international production experience. Industry masterclasses, guest lectures and the chance to pitch your idea to make a short broadcast documentary for BBC Wales add up to a rich and varied learning and training opportunity.
Students on course will be taught via a mix of workshops, seminars, lectures and tutorials, as well as guest lectures and masterclasses from industry professionals. Assessment will be via a series of practical assessments based around live briefs and production projects (70%), combined with written reflections and critical analysis of students’ work (30%).
Applicants who are unsure as to which pathway they should apply for are encouraged to contact the course team for an informal discussion before making an application. Should you choose to apply for more than one pathway, your portfolio should demonstrate your interest and experience in each individual area and therefore more than one portfolio may be required.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Location | Cardiff (Atrium) Campus University of South Wales Pontypridd Cardiff CF37 1DL |
Summary
This Documentary Film Masters degree is all about telling human stories through film. Working with top industry practitioners and alongside BBC Wales’ training scheme It’s My Shout, you will learn the importance of storytelling, self-shooting and single camera "guerilla" filmmaking. Students on this documentary filmmaking masters course will also have the chance to pitch your ideas to real factual commissioners including those at Channel 4 and the BBC.
You will study in the heart of Cardiff, home to a thriving film and TV industry, including leading independent production companies Boom Cymru, Rondo Media and Plimsoll, and learn from documentary directors and producers with many years of international production experience. Industry masterclasses, guest lectures and the chance to pitch your idea to make a short broadcast documentary for BBC Wales add up to a rich and varied learning and training opportunity.
Students on course will be taught via a mix of workshops, seminars, lectures and tutorials, as well as guest lectures and masterclasses from industry professionals. Assessment will be via a series of practical assessments based around live briefs and production projects (70%), combined with written reflections and critical analysis of students’ work (30%).
Applicants who are unsure as to which pathway they should apply for are encouraged to contact the course team for an informal discussion before making an application. Should you choose to apply for more than one pathway, your portfolio should demonstrate your interest and experience in each individual area and therefore more than one portfolio may be required.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Location | Cardiff (Atrium) Campus University of South Wales Pontypridd Cardiff CF37 1DL |
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