MA Film and Television Production with Sound

Program Overview

This 1-year postgraduate program in Film and Television Production with Sound provides comprehensive training for a career in Sound Design. Students develop proficiency in postproduction workflows, sound design techniques, and industry standards. The program features hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and software, preparing graduates for success in the rapidly evolving digital media industries.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

You'll study film and television postproduction practices with a specific focus on the

technical aspects of sound production and design

• Digital production and postproduction workflows for creating commercials and TV programs
• Latest technical and aesthetic workflows for both picture and sound
• Fundamental skills of sound design with hands-on experience in sound synthesis, processing, and software packages (ProTools, Media Composer, Adobe CC, Davinci Resolve)
• Production and post-production methods using spatial audio
• Hands-on experience with AVID S6 consoles in industry-standard sound facilities

This program also equips you with an extensive understanding of:

• Professional standards and aesthetics for sound design
• Film and television industries, business aspects, and professional practices
• Ethical and legal issues related to film and television
• Research in post-production systems (relevant for MSc graduates)

Objectives:

• Develop proficiency in film and television postproduction with specific expertise in Sound Design
• Cultivate your artistic vision
• Hone problem-solving skills using creative and analytical thinking
• Collaborate effectively in diverse teams on real-world projects
• Gain professional-level skills, knowledge, and experience to thrive in today's rapidly evolving digital media industries

Outline:

Modules:

• Audio Production and Postproduction Workflows: Learn essential principles and workflows.
• Editing I: Develop post-production editing skills.
• Spatial Audio and Surround Sound: Master spatial audio techniques including recording and mixing with multi-channel and immersive sound systems.
• Group Projects: Collaborate in interdisciplinary teams on practical projects
• Individual Project: Choose one of two options: (1) create a short film/TV pilot/documentary (7,000-8,000 words report), or (2) a research-based dissertation (8,000 words, 7,000 words report with an associated audio/video/written output demonstrating research findings).

Course Schedule:

• Term 1: Covers fundamentals, technical skills, basic post-production workflows, introduction to spatial audio, introduction to research methods.
• Term 2: Focuses on advanced editing, advanced spatial audio applications, independent studies in groups (including practical project), project preparation & research for individual project.
• Term 3: Individual project development and completion.

Additional Details:

• ScreenSkills industry accreditation, providing access to BBC, ITV internships/traineeships, and British companies in film/TV.

• Taught modules in the first half followed by the individual project.

• Option modules available each semester with titles confirmed later.

• Regular visits from leading practitioners in the audio industry.

Assessment:

• Continuous throughout the year through various methods:
• Individual and group project work: Demonstrating creative and technical ability in practical scenarios.
• Essays, reports, presentations: Analyzing critical aspects of post-production and demonstrating knowledge.
• In-class tests and pitch sessions: Assessing technical knowledge and understanding of concepts.
• Individual Project: Comprehensive evaluation combining practical/written outputs based on chosen option (filmmaking vs. research), showcasing your knowledge, skills, and research abilities.

Teaching:

• Expert teaching staff from renowned School of Arts and Creative Technologies: Leaders are passionate about teaching, research, and industry engagement.
• Blends teaching styles for an enriching learning experience:
• Interactive lectures for foundational understanding with subsequent practical labs for applying learned concepts, techniques, equipment usage.
• Masterclasses and talks by leading industry professionals providing real-world insights.

• Personal academic supervisor throughout your studies offering guidance on academic and other university-related matters.

• Student-directed field recording exercises for hands-on experience.

Facilities:

• Cutting-edge industry-standard equipment:
• Three AVID S6 dubbing theaters (Pro Tools, HDX, MTRX, Dolby Atmos), dedicated recording studios using high-end gear for ADR/Foley recording.
• Extensive range of specialist and studio microphones from renowned brands for precise audio capture.
• Extensive field recording tools including high-performance mixers, wireless recording systems, industry-leading mics for professional recordings in diverse settings.
• Three specialist post-production labs housing industry-leading software (Pro Tools, advanced Sound Design tools, Dolby Atmos, Adobe CC, Media Composer, Davinci Resolve) with comprehensive plugin libraries for versatile workflows.

• York student section of Audio Engineering Society offering talks, technical tours, and seminars.

Other:

• Designed to address evolving demands for sound design professionals within industry, including those focused on creative aspects and post-production systems research/technology development.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

Annual tuition fees for 2024/25 Study modeUK (home)International and EU Full-time (1 year) £12,480£29,400