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Independent Filmmaking

Futureworks

UCAS Code: F3M6 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Futureworks

UCAS Code: F3M6 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Entry requirements

A level

B,C,C

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

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104-120

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About this course

Course option

3years

Full-time | 2025

Subjects

Moving image techniques

Cinematics

**Independent Filmmaking is the future of the film industry in the UK. Every year more and more films are financed and made independently, outside of the large studio systems, many of which go on to win major awards at national and international film festivals such as Sundance. Independent filmmakers are known for their capacity to create thought provoking and exciting stories as well as their technical ability, problem solving and communication skills. The UK is a world leader in award winning independent short and feature films and Futureworks is a frontrunner in educating passionate dedicated students in the art of filmmaking. Working with award winning professionals on industry-standard equipment and the latest software, every student has the opportunity to realise their creative potential.**

The main activities within the programme will take place within a classroom/studio/online setting. This will allow you and the staff to develop a mature and informative relationship concerning your study. Not only is this a supportive and welcoming environment but it mimics the professional arena where you will be expected to organise your working patterns based upon set goals.
Upon graduation you will achieve not only a recognised degree qualification, but will also be equipped with a strong showreel and a feature film portfolio making you ready to hit the ground running on an exciting and fulfilling career.

Modules

**HE Level 4 (Year 1):**
Independent Production 1 (40 Credits)
History of Independent Film Production (20 Credits)
Scriptwriting 1 (20 Credits)
Editing for Independent Film (40 Credits)

**HE Level 5 (Year 2):**
Independent Production 2 (40 Credits)
Contemporary Independent Film Production (20 Credits)
Scriptwriting 2 (20 Credits)
VFX for Independent Film (20 Credits)
Audio Production (20 Credits)

**HE Level 6 (Year 3):**
Independent Production 3 (40 Credits)
Scriptwriting 3 (40 Credits)
Honours Project (40 credits)

Assessment methods

We want to do everything we can to prepare you for working within the creative industries, and this is reflected in the way we teach and assess you. The course is mostly coursework based, which means your tutors will be able to give you constant, constructive feedback. Presentation techniques will give you valuable experience of how to present your thoughts and ideas successfully and enthusiastically, so you are better at selling your ideas to prospective employers.

The written work is an important part of assessment and will improve your communication skills. A combination of lectures, tutorials, peer reviews, discussions and observations will ensure that you’re industry ready. External trips will present you with a wider range of topics and the opportunity to expand your portfolio, whilst guest speakers will help you to understand the art of filmmaking, how it works and how you can make your mark on it.

Tuition fees

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Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
EU
£17,000
per year
International
£17,000
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni

Course location:

Futureworks (Manchester)

Department:

School of Film, Television and Media

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What students say

We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

96%
Moving image techniques
96%
Cinematics

How do students rate their degree experience?

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Cinematics and photography

Teaching and learning

99%
Staff make the subject interesting
96%
Staff are good at explaining things
100%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
100%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

94%
Library resources
69%
IT resources
97%
Course specific equipment and facilities
98%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

After graduation

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Cinematics and photography

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