Program Overview

Program Overview

The university program offers a masterclass in Directing the Script in Film, which is part of the Media, Film, and Photography department. This masterclass is available from January to May.

Program Details

• The masterclass is held on Thursdays and Fridays.
• It is designed for Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5, FE Level 2, and FE Level 3 students.
• The minimum number of students required is 10, and the maximum is 30.
• The masterclass lasts for 1 hour and takes place at the University Campus.

Program Content

In this masterclass, students will develop their understanding of the role of the director and consider the components involved in developing a scene. They will apply their understanding of breaking down a scene with a set text and participate in practical blocking activities. A screening of an example scene from Little Miss Sunshine will also be part of the program.

Facilities

Students may have the opportunity to experience the university's industry-level facilities, including:

• Professional TV studio
• TV Gallery
• Multi-functional studio
• Lighting and teaching spaces

Curriculum Links

The masterclass is linked to the following curriculum areas:

• Creative Media Production (Level 3) Narrative filmmaking
• Creative Media Production (Level 3) Production management
• CIAG Understanding the relevance of their qualifications at Level 2 and 3 to future career paths
• CIAG Encounters with higher education and development of their understanding of future study options

Gatsby Benchmarks

The masterclass aligns with Gatsby Benchmarks 1, 3, 4, and 7. The Taster Day option also aligns with Gatsby Benchmarks 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7.

Taster Day Option

The program can be made into a Taster Day, which includes a campus tour and a higher education information talk.

Related Activities

Other related activities include:

• Editing in Film (for Key Stage 5 and FE Level 3 students)
• Narrative Theory in Film (for Key Stage 5 and FE Level 3 students)
• Calling the Shots in Film (for Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5, FE Level 2, and FE Level 3 students)
• Media Production @ CCCU (for Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5, FE Level 2, and FE Level 3 students)