Program Overview

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Film and Theatre Making

Overview

The BA in Film and Theatre Making combines the strengths of Queen’s highly regarded Film and Drama departments, offering students a unique opportunity to study the intricacies of production practice in both film and theatre. Over the three years of the programme, students will learn the basics of directing and acting, along with technical and production elements for both stage and screen.

Course Structure

Stage 1

In Level 1 you will take five core modules that are designed to introduce the core theories and concepts relevant to the study of Film and Theatre production. You will also have the opportunity to choose a further module in an area of interest.

Stage 2

In Level 2 you will undertake one compulsory module, and choose a further five. Subject to availability there is a wide range of topics available, allowing you to follow existing enthusiasms and develop new interests too. The modules are designed to build on the learning gained in Level 1.

Stage 3

In Level 3 you will choose six modules -- again designed to build on and deepen your knowledge and understanding of Film and Theatre Making. Subject to availability there is a wide available, including a Work-based Learning module, supporting your employability, and a Dissertation module that supports independent (but supervised) investigation of the subject(s).

Modules

Core Modules

• Editing for Screen (20 credits)
• Theatre Now: Contemporary Performance (20 credits)
• Introduction to Theatre: The Material Stage (20 credits)
• Introduction to Film Practice (20 credits)
• Introduction to Film Studies 1 (20 credits)

Optional Modules

• Production Practices (20 credits)
• Introduction to Acting for Stage and Screen (20 credits)
• Modernist Theatre (20 credits)
• Fiction Film Practice (20 credits)
• Creative Enterprise in Film and Digital Media (20 credits)
• Radio Drama (20 credits)
• Popular Genres (20 credits)
• Acting for Musical Theatre (20 credits)
• Dramaturgy (20 credits)
• Adaptation as Interdisciplinary Practice (20 credits)
• Gender, Culture, and Representation – Backwards & in Heels (20 credits)
• Broadcast Journalism (20 credits)
• Drama and Mental Health (20 credits)
• Non-Fiction Film Practice (20 credits)
• World Cinema (20 credits)
• Documentary Film Studies (20 credits)
• The Art of the Actor (20 credits)
• British Cinema: Nation, Identity and Industry (20 credits)
• Experimental Practice (20 credits)
• Acting Shakespeare (20 credits)
• Educational Drama (20 credits)
• Principles of Business in Arts, Cultural and Creative Industries (20 credits)
• Film and Sound: History and Theory (20 credits)
• Media and Time (20 credits)
• Solo Performance (20 credits)
• Work-based Learning (20 credits)
• Advanced Musical Theatre (20 credits)
• Participatory performance practices (20 credits)
• Adaptation as Interdisciplinary Practice (20 credits)
• Cinema and the Environment (20 credits)
• Transnational Crime cinema (20 credits)
• Dance Theatre (20 credits)
• Film and Music: Theory and Criticism (20 credits)
• Hollywood Cinema 2 (20 credits)
• Postconflict Drama: Performing the NI Peace Process (20 credits)
• Dissertation (20 credits)
• Advanced Film Practice 2 (40 credits)
• Beckett in Performance (20 credits)
• The Art of Interaction (20 credits)
• Advanced Theatre Practice (20 credits)
• Advanced Film Practice 1 (20 credits)

People Teaching You

• Dr Trish McTighe, Senior Lecturer in Drama

Contact Teaching Hours

• Medium Group Teaching: 10 hours (maximum)
• Large Group Teaching: 3 hours (maximum)
• Personal Study: 22 hours (maximum)
• Small Group Teaching/Personal Tutorial: 0 hours (maximum)

Learning and Teaching

The BA in Film and Theatre Making provides a range of learning experiences which enable our students to engage with subject experts, develop attributes and perspectives that will equip them for life and work in a global society and make use of innovative technologies and a world class library that enhances their development as independent, lifelong learners.

Facilities

Film and Theatre Making students have access to the Brian Friel Theatre, a 120-seat black box theatre with full lighting and sound facilities, backstage area and shop, and dressing rooms. Classes and rehearsals take place in a rehearsal room that also serves as a studio theatre.

For film work, students have access to Queen’s brand new state-of-the-art Film Studio, opened in 2015.

What Our Academics Say

• "This course is designed to bring together theory and practice to empower creativity. A substantial amount of practice is available on this course but with a rigorous back bone of critical theory. We want educated filmmakers and independent thinkers graduating from this department. Graduates that are ready to face the new and exciting challenges connected to a growing film industry and other related fields. Film and Theatre Making is a brilliant first step on this journey." - Dr Declan Keeney, Lecturer in Film Studies
• "Drama at Queen’s takes pride in offering students a complete education in all aspects of theatre and drama, practical, theoretical, and historical. Students learn from world-class staff in top-notch facilities in an atmosphere designed to foster intellectual inquiry and personal growth. We offer tutorials with professional theatre practitioners and links to most of the major theatres in Belfast." - Dr. Kurt Taroff, Senior Lecturer in Drama

Student Testimonials

• "My experiences in Film & Theatre-Making have far exceeded my expectations. I knew that I would enjoy the subject matter but it has given me so much more than that; I feel as though I have really developed my self-motivation, independence and confidence through the course. The course strikes an equal balance of involvement in the film and theatre space, splitting the modules evenly and giving great freedom to choose our own modules. The combination of theoretical and practical work flows well into each other, one informing the other. While the independent study time is intense, you can gain great gratification from the work you produce for the course. The faculty are also always open and comfortable to answer any questions you may have." - Eoin Carmichael, BA Film & Theatre-Making
• "The drama department offers an excellent programme of study that finely balances practice and theory, giving students adequate freedom to tailor the options according to their strengths, preferences or interests. Along with a strong support network of staff, the opportunities to establish links with theatre practitioners serves only to enrich the experience of studying drama at Queen's." - Kevin McCluskey, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. in Drama

Entrance Requirements

A Level Requirements

• ABB

Irish Leaving Certificate Requirements

• H3H3H3H3H3H3/H2H3H3H3H3

Access Course

• Successful completion of Access Course with an average of 70%

International Baccalaureate Diploma

• 33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level

BTEC Level 3 Extended/National Extended Diploma

• QCF BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits at Level 3) with overall grades D*DD
• RQF BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 GLH at Level 3) with overall grades D*DD

Graduate

• A minimum of a 2:2 Honours Degree

How We Choose Our Students

Applications are dealt with centrally by the Admissions and Access Service rather than by individual University Schools. Once your on-line form has been processed by UCAS and forwarded to Queen's, an acknowledgement is normally sent within two weeks of its receipt at the University.

International Students

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English Language Requirements

• An IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each test component or an equivalent acceptable qualification

Tuition Fees

• Northern Ireland (NI): £4,855
• Republic of Ireland (ROI): £4,855
• England, Scotland or Wales (GB): £9,535
• EU Other: £22,400
• International: £22,400

Additional Course Costs

• An Avid Authorised Training Manual for Media Composer is required at level 1 at a cost of approximately £45
• Students will be provided with all of the film equipment and editing suites needed
• Students are not expected to purchase their own camera, laptop or editing software
• Students are required to purchase a USB 3 hard drive at a cost of approximately £90 for personal use
• Students are occasionally required to purchase tickets for performances
• This is estimated at a maximum of £100 per year
• Students may also incur some costs on props or costumes, but these are discouraged as the School will be able to provide these (or similar) in most cases

Career Prospects

With its practical and professional components, study in Film and Theatre at Queen‘s provides an excellent background for work in film, television, on the stage, and in the creative industries. Our graduates have progressed to a range of entertainment and media-based careers.

Prizes and Awards

Students in the programme will have the opportunity to compete for the Brian Friel Award in theatre practice as well as Queen’s Foundation Awards.

Degree Plus/Future Ready Award for Extra-Curricular Skills

In addition to your degree programme, at Queen's you can have the opportunity to gain wider life, academic and employability skills. For example, placements, voluntary work, clubs, societies, sports and lots more. So not only do you graduate with a degree recognised from a world leading university, you'll have practical national and international experience plus a wider exposure to life overall. We call this Degree Plus/Future Ready Award. It's what makes studying at Queen's University Belfast special.

How to Apply

Application for admission to full-time undergraduate and sandwich courses at the University should normally be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Full information can be obtained from the UCAS website at:

Terms and Conditions

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