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If you are keen to work with film, video and sound to produce original work for cinemas, art galleries, TV or the internet then this unique and exciting course is perfect for you.

You will learn about a range of digital and analogue film production processes including:
Super 8
16mm film
HD video
Studio techniques; multi-camera shooting, mixing and lighting
Post-production processes; sound and image editing and mixing
Script writing and planning

You will have the freedom to creatively explore the composition of sound and moving images. Alongside production and technical skills you will also develop a thorough understanding of the history and philosophy of film and video in art. The course consists of mainly self-initiated projects that help you to develop a portfolio/showreel of your own work, but you are encouraged to collaborate with the other students on the course to create opportunities to exhibit or screen your work in cinemas, galleries and online.

Course overview
UCAS code: Route A W640 BA/PhotoPr Route B E640 BA/PPb

Course summary: The course is largely practice-based and encourages the exploration of the photograph within a range of contemporary practices.

Attendance: 3 years full-time or 5 years part-time.

Course run by: School of The Arts

Entry requirements: Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer would be around 180-240 UCAS tariff points or a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, National Diploma in Photography, or equivalent. Applicants who do not meet our standard requirements but who are able to demonstrate an appropriate level of ability will be considered. Students with HND Photography or equivalent, seeking direct entry onto level two or three will be considered.Applicants are invited for interview with a portfolio of their work.

Location: Avenue Campus

Assessment: Theory, through essays, assignments, a dissertation and presentations which are all items of coursework. Practice through studio presentations and exhibitions.

Fees and bursaries: For up-to-date fees and bursary information for this course please visit
Course aims

The course challenges students to explore questions surrounding the applications of both traditional silver processes and digital technologies. Photographic production is evaluated and at the same time, the still image is studied in relation to both the moving image and newer interactive technologies. In addition to lectures, seminars and practical workshops, the teaching programme facilitates critical discussion and analysis of student work, both in the form of individual tutorials and group critiques and develops an understanding of the place of photographic work within leisure, commercial and cultural contexts.
Special course features
Excellent traditional and digital specialist facilities
Research active teaching staff
Talks by visiting artists and art professionals
Fine art and commercial approaches to photography

This page provides further details about the BA (Hons) Documentary Photography, Newport School of Art Media and Design.

Photographer Magdalena Turner, 2008
Student quotes

“What I appreciate most is the energy and depth in the critical debate which takes place in and around lectures, tutorials and the darkrooms.”

“I looked at courses at several universities but was told that if I was serious about studying documentary photography I had to come to Newport. From the moment I came through the gates and from the warm reception I was given I knew this was the place I had to come to study. I felt at home here – the landscape really reminds me of New Zealand.”

This course provides a technical and creative development route in the specific area of animation creation for the games industry. It involves basic drawing, 3D modelling, and 3D animation including facial animation and motion capture. It is targeted at students who see their role as the next generation of 3D animators in the computer games industry

There’s a growing demand for graduates with strong skills in the field of character animation, an area which has seen some spectacular developments in recent years. This course is designed to equip you with these skills.

We offer a comprehensive programme of study in computer animation, from fundamental traditional skills to state-of-the-art techniques. Particular emphasis is placed on 2D and 3D character animation, advanced character animation, scriptwriting and professional studio practice.

Animex, the annual International Festival of Animation run by the University, gives you access to the knowledge and skills of successful animators, directors, artists and designers

The most extensive ceramic facilities in the country

Based in the heart of the Potteries, the UK’s base for the ceramics industry

Developing ceramics skills within a larger multi-material 3D Design

What our students say

‘I’m now working with sculpture mad from many materials, but it all started on the ceramics course at Stoke and the skills that I use now were initially learnt there. It gave me a really good start to my professional life’
Ceramics graduate
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What it’s about

You will benefit from the fact that the award is able to draw on two rich traditions: that of the industry itself and that of the designer-maker, or studio potter. The course covers a wide range of activities; at one extreme the disciplines needed to become a designer in the contemporary ceramic industry, at the other, a self-motivated exploration of imagery in clay. The aim of the course is to give all our students a broad experience of the materials and processes used in the making and decorating of ceramics. This can then be used to allow you to explore the techniques and approaches that are of most interest to you.

What you do

This course forms part of the suite of 3D Design awards, comprising: BA(Hons) 3D Design: Ceramics, BA(Hons) 3D Design: Interior Products, BA(Hons) 3D Design: Crafts and BA(Hons) 3D Design: Contemporary Jewellery and Fashion Accessories. All the awards have a common structure that provides the generic core skills and understanding required to be a successful 3D Designer as well as having a distinct curriculum aimed at developing the specialist knowledge required to be successful
within Ceramics.

At Level 1 you will focus on basic 3D design skills acquisition. You will explore a range of media including ceramics, metal, wood and plastics in order to confirm your future direction and to broaden your creative experience. In the second half
of the year you will focus on your chosen pathway and gain further specialist design and making skills through undertaking projects specific to Ceramics.

At Level 2 common core modules focus on developing understanding of different design approaches relevant to your chosen pathway. Option modules provide an opportunity to develop further Ceramic specific knowledge and practical skills by following modules in surface pattern, ceramic surfaces or plaster prototyping.

At Level 3 you will undertake a negotiated project within your specialism. In addition, you will follow common professional development modules that equip you with the knowledge needed for careers in design and the creative industries.
Modules are project-based and delivered through a combination of integral studio work, demonstrations, practical workshops, tutorials, critiques, seminars and lectures. You will be able to determine through academic and technical guidance, a personal approach to Ceramics.

Where next

The career paths followed by ceramics graduates will be varied, some will work in studio workshops, others will seek employment in the ceramic industry here and overseas. Some will choose to further their study by making application to our own MA course.
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3D Design: Contemporary Jewellery and Fashion Accessories
3D Design: Crafts
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Fact FileQualification:
BA(Hons)
Faculty/School:
Faculty of Arts, Media and Design
Location:
Stoke Campus
Course Length: Normally three years full-time.
A part-time route is available.
Entry Requirements: All applicants will be invited for interview to include a discussion about your portfolio of practical materials. All applicants are individually assessed on their qualifications, skills and experience. However, a typical three A level or BTEC National Diploma offer will be 200 UCAS tariff points.
UCAS Code:
Route A W273, Route B E273