Film Production with Media Foundation Year
Southampton, Solent University
UCAS Code: P31P | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Southampton, Solent University
UCAS Code: P31P | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
AQA Level 3 (Foundation) Technical Level (360 glh)
AQA Level 3 Technical Level (1080 glh)
AQA Level 3 Technical Level (540 glh)
AQA Level 3 Technical Level (720 glh)
AS
In combination with other qualifications.
Extended Project
In combination with other qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
In combination with other qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
In combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
T Level
Pass grade (D or E)
UCAS Tariff
A minimum of two completed A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP or BTEC Diploma at MP or equivalent. We will consider mature students who have not recently undertaken a formal course of study at A-level, or equivalent, but can demonstrate relevant work or voluntary experience, that's indicative of their ability to complete the course successfully. We will also consider overseas applicants in an equivalent situation to UK students as outlined above, and who have been taught in English or have IELTS 5.5, or equivalent. We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds. Applicants who are not in possession of the minimum entry requirements but are able to demonstrate aptitude, enthusiasm and motivation will be considered on an individual basis and may be admitted subject to satisfactory interview and/or portfolio. Please contact us for further details.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
About this course
Solent’s foundation year in media offers students a stimulating introduction to both the study of media and the production of media content.
The Foundation Year in Media provides you with the opportunity to develop technical, creative and academic skills across a range of media platforms including graphic design, video production, digital photography and blogging. You will be encouraged to situate your own media production within established traditions and styles whilst beginning to identify your own storytelling voice and signature style. You will lastly be introduced to the significance of the creative industries within the UK economy and will be encouraged to begin positioning yourself within this growing and exciting, but competitive sector.
Understanding that students are joining the Foundation Year from a range of previous experiences, the course is specifically designed to acclimatise students to the university experience. For the first six weeks you will study just one unit ‘Belonging’ which is delivered intensively by the teaching team and is tailored to help build a sense of course community and ease you into university life. Thereafter units are added so that by the second semester the Foundation structure reflects the experience you can expect on the media-related degree programme of your choosing.
Face-to-face academic support is available throughout, and is complemented by 24/7 access to the University’s virtual learning environment. Teaching is tailored to individual needs by the dedicated course team and Foundation students have in the past gone forward to enjoy success on; BA (Hons) Media Production, BA (Hons) Film, BA (Hons) Film Production, BA (Hons) Photography, BA (Hons) Television Production, BA (Hons) Film and Television amongst others.
To support learning, students have access to Solent’s industry-standard media production facilities.
**What does this course lead to?**
Upon successful completion of the foundation year in media, you can progress onto the BA (Hons) Film Production course.
**Who is this course for?**
This foundation year is designed to help you build basic media making skills ahead of starting a full undergraduate media-related degree at Solent.
Typical candidates either haven’t yet met the entry requirements needed to start on the first year of an undergraduate course or have spent time away from education.
Modules
FOUNDATION MODULES
Media Design
Narrative Media Project
Online Media Project
Research for Media Making
Individual Media Project
Media Industries
On successful completion of your foundation year, you will automatically progress onto the BA (Hons) Film Production degree where you will study the following modules:
YEAR 1 - CORE MODULES
Intro to Cinematography
Intro to Editing
Film Languages
Screenwriting from Pitch to Page
The Shoot
Film Contexts
YEAR 2 - CORE MODULES
Cinematic Documentary
Crafting the Scene
Film Methods
The Promo
Intermediate Major Project
YEAR 2 - OPTIONS (please note that not all options are guaranteed to run each year)
Intermediate Post Production
Intermediate Production
Intermediate Research and Writing
YEAR 3 - CORE MODULES
Professional Practice Portfolio (PPP)
Film Funding and Distribution
Final Major Project 1
Final Major Project 2
YEAR 3 - OPTIONS (please note that not all options are guaranteed to run each year)
Advanced Editing
Advanced Cinematography
Advanced Sound
Advanced Directing
Assessment methods
The course is assessed through a combination of written work, critical reflections, practical projects undertaken both individually and in groups, presentations, pitches, print design projects and online portfolios.
Tuition fees
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Extra funding
Solent University offers a number of bursaries, grants and scholarships. For more information, please visit https://www.solent.ac.uk/finance/grants-bursaries-scholarships/bursaries
The Uni
Southampton, Solent University
Department of Film and Media
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