Overview
University College London (UCL)'s Documentary Filmmaking - From Idea to Reality course aims to leave you feeling enabled to take the next step with your film ideas, and with a thorough understanding of how rigorous planning and preparation can lead to a better film.
Key facts
- However, there is also a huge amount of prep work that needs to be done in order to turn a film idea into reality.
- In this course you'll go through the whole pre-production process in detail, from research, casting, proposal writing, and taster-tape making through to funding and pitching.
- You'll be encouraged to prepare a real or hypothetical film to develop and “pitch” at the end of the course.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Have the tools you need to come up with documentary ideas, develop them and take them from pre-production to production.
- Understand how to write a synopsis, how to create a taster tape, and how to write a budget.
- Understand what insurance, equipment and paperwork is needed on a documentary shoot.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Film Studies View 34 other Short Courses in Film Studies in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
The course is aimed at new and emerging producers and directors, with a focus on presenting creative independent documentary film formats.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents175 GBP / full≈ 175 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents175 GBP / full≈ 175 GBP / full