BA (Hons) Film Bachelor's degree at the University of Brighton

Developing key competencies in filmmaking that will support the practice strand of your degree. Explore areas such as camera operation, basic light principles, an introduction to offline editing and technical inductions to equipment.

Assessment: Assessments based on correct handling and use of camera, sound and lighting equipment.

Approaches for generating ideas to develop into stories suitable as short films. Explore screenplay formatting and the role of visuals and scene creation to assist in the writing of two short screenplays.

Fundamental approaches and theories that ground the analysis of film. Explore aspects of film form such as mise en scene, editing, cinematography and sound, and learn how to break down the analysis of film and evaluate how each part contributes to the development of meaning within film texts.

The collaborative nature of film production and the importance of teamwork. Learn key roles within a production, develop a planning process and examine the workflow of a production. Areas covered include effective management of production; sourcing and managing locations; creative development and visualisation; introduction to drama direction; casting and working with actors; and the role of sound design and music in storytelling.

Industry-standard non-linear editing tools and how to apply film grammar conventions to your own work. Look at postproduction workflow, including file management, colour correction and sound design, and explore the technical and artistic aspects of the role of editor.

Commercial and cultural dimensions of contemporary Hollywood cinema. Examine how Hollywood movies are the products of both globalised, capitalist media industries and American culture. Look at how and why Hollywood films are produced, distributed and marketed and analyse how these motivations influence the form and content of specific movies and their commercial paratexts.

Creative writing skills by creating two short fictional screenplays. Learn and apply key dramatic principles and concepts to develop and revise your work.

Sound theory in film and sound studies to underpin the practical and creative use of sound for an audiovisual project. Practical sessions on the technical aspects of planning, recording dialogue and effects, foley, using Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) such as ProTools and sound mixing.

Working in groups, produce an engaging five-minute fictional short film using scripts picked from the Screenwriting module. Work collaboratively in a self-directed production team to organise all aspects of the shoot. Production roles allocated throughout pre-production, production and post-production period. Module content includes script development and supervision, pitching and feedback, camera operation and shooting techniques, production management and directing.

Theoretical and analytical approaches to studying contemporary film and provide a stepping-stone towards your final year Film Research Project. Explore a range of 21st century English-language and international film texts and study current theoretical approaches to examining film as well as classical analysis and criticism.

Theoretical approaches to the representations and constructions of identity formations such as gender and sexuality, 'race' and ethnicity, social class, age, nationality, religion and (dis)ability. Explores the relationship between screen media and identities by looking at: the representations and constructions of identities in screen media; the uses of interactive screen media by individuals and communities to represent themselves; and the way in which screen media address different audiences i

The world of film festivals. Using CINECITY as a live case study, explore a range of critical and practical skills involved in presenting film and moving image to an audience, including the research, programming, delivery and marketing of film festival events, exhibitions and programme strands. Consider issues including diversity and inclusivity around audience development.

Professional post-production effects tools and workflows. Examine technical theory and ideas concerned with post-production effects and participate in a series of workshops focusing on the development of sophisticated effects for film production.

Assessment: Demonstrate learned skills and concepts by creating a portfolio.

Approaches involved in the academic study of videogames and videogame cultures. Explore critical perspectives on videogames such as the ludology/narratology debate, convergence, theories of presence and the relationship between videogames and other screen and non-screen cultures. Topics covered may include debates about videogames as cultural objects, the nature of the videogame industry, videogame merchandise and videogame play.

The craft of developing stories for feature films and television drama. Generate and shape ideas through writing exercises, research and feedback from peers and tutors. Complete either a full feature film treatment or a 30-minute TV pilot with an outline of the full series, alongside a critical reflection on a screenplay of your choice.

The work of major creators across different screen media and its significance in the development of these media. Explore relevant critical debates on authorship, style and canons specific to the medium in question. Look at the importance of identity and representation within the idea of authorship and its significance in relation to other aspects such as genre, critics and audiences.

Expand aesthetic awareness of the craft of cinematography and give you a more advanced appreciation of moving image camerawork. Evaluate the work of noted cinematographers and explore how camerawork and lighting contribute to cinematic storytelling in film. Look at the use of software to introduce VR and AR techniques into modern cinematography.

Core professional practices in the film and TV-related industries and includes a two-week work placement. Develop transferable skills relevant to media and the creative industries, including creating a CV, cover email and showreel. Research how your chosen area of interest applies in a professional context and create a portfolio.

Working within a production team, research, prepare and develop a major piece of practical work (normally a film). Workshop topics include identifying and developing a practical project, story development, screenwriting, production management, scheduling and pre-production documentation. Experience technical demonstrations with camera and sound equipment. Talks with professionals and graduates where available.

Directing skills and practice necessary for working on film sets and with trained actors. Covers the casting and auditioning process and how to form professional working relationships with actors and crew. Learn to communicate a vision and assess the effectiveness of interpersonal and practical instruction in achieving your desired outcome.