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Explore directing for single-camera film and television productions. Develop your screen storytelling skills with our collaborative, practically-focused course that is underpinned by theory.
From identifying and developing story ideas, to analysing and visualising scripts, from working with actors and crew, through to the latest postproduction methods, you'll learn all aspects of directing both fiction and non-fiction projects. You'll collaborate with others to produce professional work and bring your stories to life.
We'll teach you through a mix of workshops, lectures, screenings and masterclasses with leading academics and industry professionals. You’ll use industry-standard facilities in a creative and supportive environment.
You'll develop essential expertise and will be equipped to pursue a career in film and television. Our graduates have gone on to roles in British and European film industries, and in film, TV and commercial production in China, Latin America and the Middle East.
2:2 or equivalent, and evidence of professional experience or a commitment to film making.
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A large number of TFTI graduates have made striking progress in their careers since completing their course. There’s a wide variety of possible career paths open to you after completing this MA, both across industry and academia. While you train to be a professional in television and film you’ll also develop skills that are useful in any industry.
You'll study taught modules in the first part of the year. You’ll then go on to make a short dramatic or documentary film and write a reflective essay and technical report.
You’ll develop the key skills typically used by directors working on the studio floor or on location - including blocking camera positions, directing actors, managing the set, and collaborating with crew members. You'll learn about script development, from pitching and script drafting, though narrative structure and character development, to visualisation tools such as storyboards and concept art. You'll also learn more about the business of television and film production, and will plan projects, manage resources, and solve problems.
Core Modules:
Directing for Film & TV I
Directing for Film & TV II
Group Projects
Individual Project
Screenwriting
Option modules:
You will also study one option module each semester.
Some option module combinations may not be possible. The options available to you will be confirmed after you begin your course.
Our modules may change to reflect the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff, and in line with Department/School academic planning.
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