English Plus Film

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Please note: the English Plus Film course length is either:

- 12 weeks (starting 8 January, 1 April, 23 September 2024) or,
- 4 weeks (Summer only – starting 24 June, 22 July, 19 August 2024)

This course is perfect for students who want to combine English language with an introduction to filmmaking and film theory.

In addition to learning practical filmmaking skills, students develop their language skills and knowledge through a dedicated Special Interest Group exploring the Hollywood film and TV industries.

Course structure and content:

- 20 lessons (15 hours) per week of English and Filmmaking
- 8 lessons (6 hours) per week Cinema, TV and Popular Culture SIG (Special Interest Group)
- Topics vary each week, but students receive in-depth instruction of pre-production, production, and post-production through lectures, interactive communicative activities, and hands-on participation.
- Group work is an essential element of this course, so attendance is critical to students’ success.

English and filmmaking lessons will cover the following:

- Screenwriting: story structure, concept development, visual storytelling methods, script formatting
- Acting basics: techniques for role preparation, working within a frame, playing according to shot size, expression through body and language
- Production: filming techniques, cinematic framing, lighting and sound
- Post-production: video editing techniques and practice, color correction, sound editing
- Contemporary filmmaking: the history of Hollywood — the business of making films, from blockbusters to independent film
- Production of a short film and preparation for a film screening event (12 week course only)

Cinema, TV and popular culture lessons can be expected to cover areas such as:

- Media theory: scene analysis, themes and concepts
- Group discussion: classic and contemporary films, TV shows and plays
- Los Angeles culture, history, and significance in the film industry
- Pop and celebrity culture, and references in the media
- Acting, role-play and improv practice
- Writing short scripts or skits

Filmmaking equipment:

- Classrooms are equipped with an interactive projector or smart television for interactive learning experience
- iMac desktops with user-friendly scriptwriting program software installed
- Production equipment including prosumer DSLR camera, sliders and dollies, lighting tools, microphones, tripods
- Professional, up-to-date film editing software