Television Production Technology FdSc

Introduction:

Do you want to work on the next big TV drama, be part of the crew on the biggest sporting events or maybe make the next big documentary?

This innovative new course embraces the ground breaking technology that continues to change our viewing habits and will equip you with the necessary technical skills required to work in the video production process whilst developing a strong portfolio of work. So if you want to be the next director, floor manager, documentary filmmaker or you want to produce a big budget online drama then this is the course for you.

You will study a broad range of disciplines including:

• camera operation
• audio and visual post production
• documentary production
• studio production
• graphics
• lighting
• audio acquisition.

Key features

• Enhance your employability by developing your Imdb profile with broadcast credits earned working on Notts TV
• Gain valuable work experience every week on Notts TV and allow your work to reach a global audience
• Learn from world class visiting guest lecturers (past guests have included Shane Meadows, Nick Broomfield and Vicky McClure)
• Have your work entered into the prestigious Royal Television Society Awards
• Film live sporting events and gigs at some of Nottingham’s most prestigious venues helping you develop a world class portfolio of work
• Experience television production in different countries with exciting overseas trips
• Collaborate on real world projects with your peers and professionals in this exciting and fast moving industry
• Deliver content across multiple platforms and devices
• Exhibit your final year’s work at the Showcase and be eligible for a paid internship.

Careers and employability

After completing your foundation degree, you’ll have the chance to top up to BA (Hons) Television Production or go straight into industry.

You’ll be prepared for specialist technical roles from camera operator to gallery producer. TV technical roles and will also develop transferable skills for alternative careers in teaching, media, and freelance design.

Connecting with industry

Industry professionals will visit the course to guest lecture and share their experiences. Live projects will help you to gain real experience of the industry, make contacts and build your portfolio and CV.

Work placement and internship opportunities

You will be actively encouraged and supported to undertake informal work experience and professional practice in addition to your studies.

Our teaching staff, including part-time lecturers who are professionally active, help and support students in directing them towards work placement and professional practice opportunities.

YouFirst – working with our Employability Team

Studying a degree at a popular university has many benefits, none more so than having access to a large employability team.

Our friendly, experienced careers consultants will work closely with you at every stage of your career planning, providing personal support and advice you won't find in a book or on the internet. You can benefit from this at any time during your studies and up to three years after completing your course.