Overview

The BSc (Hons) Film and Television Production at the University of York combines creative practice with the technical and critical study of screen production. Students explore how film and television projects are developed, produced and communicated to audiences while building practical skills across different stages of the production process.

What You'll Learn

• Principles of film and television production, from developing ideas to creating finished screen work.

• Screenwriting and approaches to developing stories, scripts and creative concepts.

• Production planning, directing and collaboration within screen projects.

• Camera operation, cinematography, lighting and visual storytelling techniques.

• Sound recording, design and the role of audio in screen production.

• Editing and post-production processes used to shape film and television content.

• Critical approaches to analysing film, television and contemporary screen media.

• Research, project development, creative problem-solving and effective communication.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to develop and communicate creative ideas for film and television and apply appropriate production techniques to screen projects. They will understand the relationship between storytelling, cinematography, sound, editing and direction and how these elements contribute to effective screen communication. Students will develop practical skills in planning, producing and evaluating screen-based work while working collaboratively and responding to creative challenges. They will also be able to critically analyse film and television, undertake relevant research and explain the creative and technical decisions behind their work. The course supports both practical production abilities and a critical understanding of contemporary screen media.