The Digital Film Making Diploma programme covers all necessary aspects of computer-based video production techniques and camera techniques. It presents students with a complete and far-reaching education. The course content and structure encourage students to learn the theoretical background to the topics covered and to apply this, creatively, to the production process. Individual practical time and experimentation is an essential component of the course. Successful completion of the diploma level gives graduates the possibility to continue their studies towards a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Film Making.
Digital filmmaking has revolutionised the film industry. The power and availability of digital cameras and computer editing gives everyone the means to produce their own movie, music video or documentary. This programme is designed to give students a full experience of all aspects of digital filmmaking, from concept to final production, ranging from scripting and storyboarding, through to all aspects of shooting, e.g. camera operation, framing, digital photography, editing, color correction, broadcast standards, compositing, camera tracking, chroma keying (green screen studio) vfx developing as well as authoring and delivery formats.
The filmmaking courses follow the SAE concept of combining technical skills with creativity and provide training for the film industry. Students are encouraged to work on their own projects to develop skills as directors, editors, special FX compositors and become proficient film makers.
Students will have a broad, yet focused, understanding and skill-set in all of the main areas related to film production and post production. The course ensures that students will have the necessary skills to continue developing and adapting to the changes in this fast paced industry. Essential skills and techniques are taught in a creative atmosphere with a strong emphasis on the practical application of design and theoretical concepts.
The Digital Film Making programme is for anyone who wants to professionally realise their creative vision and expression using digital film as a medium. This course offers practical training using professional equipment and technology supported by relevant theoretical background knowledge.