Film & TV (Swansea College of Art)

Designed to equip you with essential skills for the dynamic film and television industries, this course immerses you in every facet of production. From scripting and directing to cinematography and editing, you’ll gain hands-on experience that complements theoretical insights, empowering you to bring your creative visions to life.

Our programme offers a comprehensive blend of practical modules aimed at deepening your understanding of film structure and current industry practices. You’ll cultivate professional competencies vital for success in film and TV production, all within a supportive learning environment.

Throughout your degree, you’ll engage in a series of immersive modules designed to hone your abilities in directing, editing, scriptwriting, and cinematography. Complemented by theoretical studies, these practical experiences prepare you to tackle complex industry challenges with confidence.

Partnering with industry professionals, we offer real-world projects that allow you to collaborate with clients and tackle industry-standard briefs. Beyond traditional classroom settings, our course provides diverse on-location opportunities, ensuring a rich and experiential learning journey.

Prepare to join a vibrant film community where collaborative learning and creative expression thrive. Build your portfolio, refine your analytical skills, and explore a range of career pathways in film and television production. Discover how our studio facilities and masterclasses will nurture your passion and potential in this dynamic field.

Year One

In your first year, you’ll immerse yourself in the foundational aspects of film and TV production. Gain hands-on experience in storytelling, camera operation, and editing while exploring the history and theory of cinema. Collaborate on studio and location shoots to develop practical skills.

The Storyteller (10 credits)
Investigating Spaces (20 credits)
Contemporary Challenges: Making a Difference (20 credits)
Ways of Thinking (10 credits)
Applied Storytelling Practice 1 (20 credits)
Learning in the Digital Era (20 credits)
Textual Practices 1 (10 credits)
Ways of Perceiving (10 credits)

Year Two

Building on your foundational knowledge, Year 2 focuses on refining your technical skills and expanding practice. Gain a deeper understanding of storytelling, cinematography, and sound design across different genres including documentary and multi-camera TV production.

Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits)
Research in Context (10 credits)
Learn to Love Solitude (20 credits)
Designing the Story (10 credits)
Applied Storytelling Practice 2 (20 credits)
Changemakers: Building your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment (20 credits)
Textual Practices 2 (10 credits)
Research in Practice (10 credits)

Year Three

In your final year, you’ll consolidate your skills and prepare for a career in film and television production. You will undertake an independent project and gain pitching experience which you will be able to apply to real-world scenarios.

Graduate Project Pitch (20 credits)
Graduate Project (40 credits)
The Film Festival (20 credits)
Independent Project (40 credits)

All assessment is based on 100% practical coursework.

Students are expected to demonstrate their understanding in the form of practical project work. All practical work is project and portfolio based.

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS