FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI

FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI course overview

The Foundation Degree in Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI, in partnership with MMU, will give you the essential up to date skills, knowledge and experiences to pursue a wide variety of careers in media production.

Unlike many other media courses, this degree will give students access to the very best facilities and real hands on training required for a lasting career in post production; the very skills that media production companies have identified as key requirements for graduates seeking work.

Becci Morgan, Manager of Flix Post Production in Manchester:
"Graduates learn a lot, but not the technical side of things. It would be good to have graduates who are prepared for post production but universities tend not to allow students to get on the equipment because it’s expensive."
(The Guardian 22/11/2008)

The FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI course will do just that.

Elements of audio and video post production, studio techniques and routines as well as CGI will be delivered up to an advanced level to prepare you for work in this challenging and demanding field.

The FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI course is delivered in partnership with MMU a short walk from the SSR campus, so students will be able to benefit from SSR’s fantastic facilities in audio post production and the broadcast, CGI and multi-media labs at MMU. You will cover the latest industry-standard software, and also work with both analogue and digital equipment, with access to the latest IT facilities on both Mac and PC platforms.

Our degree has been developed in close partnership with industry employers allowing for a very strong practical and technical emphasis, balanced against core theoretical study. Our training is always aligned to the very latest techniques used in the industry and you will be gaining professionally recognised industry qualifications (including Avid Pro Tools and Final Cut Pro) alongside the foundation degree itself. All qualifications gained are nationally recognised by all sectors of the industry.

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded a FdSc Post Production in Film, TV & CGI validated by Manchester Metropolitan University.

Students who have successfully completed the programme are eligible to progress to the full time route of the BSc (Hons) Media Technology at MMU.

FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI detailed course description

Units studied include:

Year 1

• CGI 1
• Sound in Context
• Studio 1
• Audio Post Production 1 (SSR)
• Science of Sound and Imaging (SSR)
• Project

• CGI 2
• Studio 2
• Audio Post Production 2 (SSR)
• Post Production Workflows and Industry (SSR)
• Group Project
• Career Development

FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI module descriptions

The Science of sound and imaging
This unit aims to provide a basic introduction to the physics of sound as well as exploring the psychological aspect of sound perception. The principles of visual design and perception are also discussed in this module.

Audio Post Production 1
This develops a practical understanding of the preparation of audio for the Post Production environment. It will demonstrate and explain the techniques involved for successful editing and mixing of audio in the field of Post Production.

CGI 1
This introduces basic concepts and skills for computer generated imagery providing insight into 3d modelling, animation and rendering using industry standard software.

Studio 1
This module introduces the principles of light, still and video imaging systems and scanning. Practical television pre and post production editing techniques are practised and workflows are discussed.

Post Production Workflows
The unit aims at developing the fundamental knowledge of the post production industry, including production lifecycles and the production stages within the film, television and games industry.

CGI 2
Expands on the skills developed in CGI 1 and further develops computer generated imagery skills focusing on modelling, materials and textures for both inorganic assets and organic realism.

Studio 2
Principles of television, imaging systems, audio recording as well as pre and post production techniques, will be further developed. Practical work will centre on the use of a multi camera television studio, where personnel roles and responsibilities will be studied to produce a professional grade television programme.

Audio Post Production 2
This module expands on the skills acquired in the Audio Post Production 1 module. It discusses professional recording and manipulation of sound for application in film, television and games.

FAQ

Who is the FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI course for?
The FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI course is designed to train you for a career in media production. Delivering a broad range of skills in audio and studio production as well as CGI you will learn the skills to pursue a wide variety of careers encountered in the media industry. The course is suitable for both beginners and those with some previous industry experience or training. The course starts from first principles and trains you through to an advanced level of media production.

Are there any pre-requisites?
If you are under 21, then the normal UCAS requirements apply. These are 240 UCAS points with GCSE at C or above in English and Maths. For those over 21 previous industry experience will be taken into account. Please contact MMU admissions for more information.

When will I study?
As a general rule you will attend lectures 2 to 3 days per week. The actual days of attendance may change each semester and lectures take place either at SSR or at the MMU campus; both in the City Centre and within 5 minutes walk from each other. The rest of the time will be spent on research and practical work.

SSR opening hours:
Monday-Thursday – 8.30am -10.00pm (on occasions we extend to midnight)
Friday 8.30am-6.00pm
Saturday and Sunday 9.00am -8.00pm

How much will it cost?
Please contact our student finance office or MMU for up to date information on tuition fees.

Who will teach me?
You will be taught by industry-active tutors who are currently working with TV and film companies, production houses and computer games companies. Our tutors have worked for: Warner Brothers, Granada; 3sixtymedia, LioneyesTV, BBC, Peter Kay, and on programmes such as The Royale Family and Coronation Street. In addition, our tutors are world-leading expert instructors in Pro Tools and Final Cut.

Where will this course lead me?
As a successful graduate of this course you will have a number of career options available to you. Many freelancers work in film and television post production, TV broadcast, theatre, audio post production, computer games and radio, or a combination of these areas. A dedicated careers department at SSR will be available to you for advice and guidance throughout your training.

Where will this lead?
On graduation you will emerge with a Foundation Degree in Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI, and an impressive showreel for potential employers. Our impressive industry connections and creative partners means that we are able to successfully place students with companies such as Granada Television, BBC, Flix Facilities, Sumners, Hummingbird Sound, MUTV and many others.

As one of our students recently commented: “Other organisations have got a toe in the water of the industry SSR is fully immersed.” For more information on student success stories click here.

Students who have successfully completed the programme are eligible to proceed to the third and final year of the Degree programme and other Degree programmes at MMU.

What facilities and studios will I use?
We have some impressive and highly professional equipment and resources that are used in the industry including:

• A dedicated post production facility which includes a Foley studio (currently the only one in the Northwest)
• CGI suites
• Computer facilities including a dedicated Mac suite
• Final Cut edit suites with Fibre Channel
• The AVID ICON console
• Pro Tools High Definition systems
• Neve VR48 sound mixing console
• 15 professional recording studios and edit suites
• The Green Room – SSR’s student recreation/chill out room

In addition to the teaching what extra features does the FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI course have?
Students on the FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI course can expect to enjoy a number of highly exciting field trips to CGI companies, recording studios, TV and media companies, post production facilities and games developers to observe what goes on behind the scenes and meet key people in the industry. Some recent examples include Granada Studios, 3sixtymedia and the BBC, as well as trips to a number of production companies and CGI studios. We also have regular guest lectures from key experts in the TV and film world, such as a recent visit by the post production staff for Peter Kay and Steve Coogan.

Once I leave is that it?
We have a saying at SSR: "Once an SSR student always an SSR student" and through our Graduate Support Programme you can expect to receive additional services from SSR, this includes information on job opportunities; access to studios and edit suites and special discounted rates on other training courses.

FdSc Post Production Technology for Film, TV and CGI entry requirements & applications

280 UCAS points at A2 or acceptable alternatives (such as BTEC National at Level 3 or Advanced Diploma). General Studies is accepted.
GCSE grade C (or alternative) in English language and mathematics.
A relevant access to HE Diploma will be considered for entry to this course.

Award - FdSc
UCAS code – WG6L
Institution Code – M40
Mode of attendance – Full Time
Duration - 2 Years
Start dates - September

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