BA (Hons) Film Production
University of Sunderland
Here's the BIG Picture
Does the world of film just keep you at the edge of your seat, wanting more? Are you in awe of what goes on behind the scenes of a movie-set? Want to work in film or produce high-end TV? Do you want the opportunity to direct short films and documentaries? Or are you interested in becoming a cinematographer or editor? If you’ve said yes to any of the above, this course is for you.
Through practical projects you will develop skills in screenwriting, camera, sound, editing, lighting, colour grading, producing and directing. Learn from our highly experienced and skilled faculty, using first-class equipment.
Study your favourite genres. Work with industry-standard equipment to turn your creative vision into reality. Join our award-winning students and launch your career in film.
With this Course, You Will:
- Explore digital filmmaking, documentary production, directing, cinematography, and scriptwriting, editing and many others
- Understand the theoretical knowledge and develop practical skills that will set you up for your own exciting and rewarding career
- Bring to life your creativity into reality
- Learn through blended learning, supported with technical instruction, and practical experience that reflect real-life creative industry projects
Why choose University of Sunderland?
The life-changing University of Sunderland is committed to widening participation with their world-leading research, public and private sector collaborations and track-record for providing quality student experiences that result in graduates who are the tomorrow-makers of societies and economies. The University was also shortlisted for University of the Year for 2021, the leading category in the annual THE – Times Higher Education – awards. They were recently named University of the Year for Social Inclusion (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021).
How Do I Get In?
- IACT College Foundation in Media Studies– minimum CGPA 2.0
- IACT Diplomas – minimum CGPA 2.0
- Level – minimum of grade E in 2 subjects,
- STPM – minimum of grade C in 2 subjects and an average CGPA of 2.0
- UEC – minimum of grade B in 5 subjects
- SAM, AUSMAT or CPU – 5 subjects with a minimum score of 50%
- Matriculation or Foundation – minimum CGPA of 2.0
- Other qualifications recognized by the Ministry of Education Malaysia
English Language Proficiency
- SPM 1119 (GCE-O) – C
- IELTS – Band 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 for each component, AND
- Applicants must submit a portfolio for assessment and approval
COURSE MODULES
Year 1
- Production Skills
- Sound Design and Production 1
- Scriptwriting
- Introduction to Film Studies
- Short Film Production
- Motion Graphics
- Digital Image Creation
Year 2
- Film Making for Film Festivals
- Film Theory and Criticism
- Video Documentary Production
- Guerilla Film Making
Year 3
- Advanced Digital Fictional Film
- High End Video Project
- Practical Final Project
- Creativity and Entrepreneurship
- In-Company Practical Training
Elective Modules*
Year 2 (Choose any 2)
- Experimental Digital Film Practice
- Screenwriting
- The Moving Camera
- Digital Video Effects 1
- Post Production
Year 3 (Choose 1)
- Video Production 2
- Film and Feeling: Music, Performance Genre
- Film Studies Special Topic
- Film, Horror and The Body
- Science Fiction and Fantasy TV
*Subject to availability
MPU Modules
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (Malaysian students) / Malay Communication 2 (International students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- New Venture Creation
- Community Service
- National Language A (only for students without credit in SPM BM)
TUITION FEES
MALAYSIAN STUDENTS |
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Year 2 |
Year 3 |
Resource Fee: RM1,000 per year |
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS |
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Resource Fee: RM1,000 per year |
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