MFC6042 - Advanced Documentary Production

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the history of the development of the documentary genre and its perceived role in Western society
Devise, plan and produce a documentary
Work effectively within a team to meet deadlines and utilise resources effectively
Critically evaluate the process and the finished product

Content:

The module provides a theoretical understanding of the role of documentaries in Western society and their historical development. Building on previous production experience it will provide opportunities for students to develop their production skills further. It examines the grammar of television editing and the crucial role of creativity and narrative in the documentary process. It also explores the ethical aspects of the ‘creative treatment of actuality’. This will be followed by an intensive period of self directed team based production.

Learning and Teaching Information:

This module uses interactive lectures and workshops to help students develop contextual and theoretical knowledge which underpins the practical projects in the latter part of the module, which receive group/individual tutor support.

Lectures
Contact hours: 22
Intended Group size: 30

Tutorials
Hours: 4
Intended Group size: 3-4

Guided independent study
Hours: 174

Prerequisites
MFC 5202 Documentary: Theory & Practice or MFC5042 Script to Screen.
Evidence of engagement with broadcast assessment / production of broadcast artefacts (for Journalism and Sports Journalism students)

Assessment: