FX1S11 - Concept Development 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 0

Associated Module Information

Module Code: FX1S11
Module Title: Concept Development
Faculty: Faculty of Business and Creative Industries
Faculty Group: Games and Design
Faculty Sub Group: Games
Module Leader: Emma Davies
Module Team: Geraint Thomas, Emma Marshman
First Intended Intake: SEP 2024 Final Year of Intake: 2029
Date Closed:
Credit Value: 20 Credit Level: 4
Language: English
Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: 0
Equivalent Module:
HECOS codes: 100632 - visual communication
HECOS Code Weighting: 100

Document Version Information

Version 0
Valid From 01 Sep 2024
Valid To 31 Aug 2030

Module Aims

This module explores the nuanced use of filmic language and genre conventions in visual storytelling, focusing on editing and filming techniques. Students analyse how cinematic elements contribute to genre expectations. By the module's end, students gain a deep understanding of utilising filmic language and genre conventions for effective storytelling, essential for careers in filmmaking and the creative industries.

Content Summary

This module focuses on the use of editing software, cameras, pre-visualisation techniques, colour grading, and audio editing to master filmic language and genre conventions. Students explore how cinematic elements contribute to genre expectations and narrative impact

Learning and Teaching Methods

Activity Type Hours
Lecture 4
Project Supervision 6
Practical Classes and Workshops 20
Supervised time in studio/workshop 6
Independent Study? 44
Directed Study (including online Independent learning) 120
Total Hours Selected 200

Learning Outcomes

# Learning Outcome
LO1 Familiarise students with technical aspects of the filmic process, from software to camera operation to drive a creative outcome.
LO2 Gain an understanding of analytical approaches to research, and explore links between research and practical applications.

Module Requisites

N/A

Assessment Criteria

Assessment Category Assessment Type Description Duration Word Count Weight (%) Best of? Pass Mark
Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment Production (Onsite) 1 Filmic Persona - Filmic representation of personality through cinematic conventions and genre. 0 N/A 100 No 40

Assessment Matrix

Assessment Type Learning Outcomes
LO1 LO2
Production (Onsite) 1

Reading List

Halligan, F. (2013) The Art of Movie Storyboards.
Alton, J. (1995) Painting with Light, university of California Press.
Mascelli, J. V. (1998) The Five C’s of Cinematography: Motion Picture Filming Techniques, Silman-James Press.
Okun J A., Zwerman, S. (eds). (2010) The VES Handbook of Visual Effects, Focal Press.
Murch, W. (2001) In the Blink of An Eye: 2nd Edition: A Perspective on Film Editing, Silman-James Press.
Keast, G. (2015) The Art of The Cut: Editing Concepts Every Filmmaker Should Know, CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.