Bachelor of Technology in in Film and Television Production Technology

Program Overview

This degree addresses the growing demand for skilled professionals in the dynamic film and television industries. It integrates producing, screenwriting, audio-visual technology, and production management to equip students with essential practical skills.

Learning Approach

The program emphasises hands-on training and creative problem-solving. Students gain practical experience in screen production, audio-visual development, sound and cinematography techniques, and post-production processes, preparing them for effective contribution to the creative industry.

Entry Requirements

• Accepted NVQ 5 Qualifications: Electronic Technology, Information and Communication Technology, Journalism and Technology, Print and Graphic Art Technology, Television Post-Production Technology, Television Program Production Technology
• Accepted NVQ 6 Qualifications: Television Post-Production Technology (one year exemption), Television Program Production Technology (one year exemption), Electronic Technology, Information and Communication Technology
• NVQ 5 Equivalent Qualifications: Relevant one-year diplomas in Film and Television awarded by recognised state organisations such as Sri Lanka Foundation, National Film Corporation, Sri Lanka Photographic Art Society, Sri Lanka Media Training Institute, Sri Lanka Institute of Printing
• Any G.C.E. A/L Stream (enrolment for A/L students subject to availability after NVQ candidates)

Programme Structure

• Semester 1: Film Language and Aesthetics, Technologies in Audio Visual Media, Elements of Art and Design, Introduction to Screen Production, Audio Visual Product Development for Screen Media, Sound Design Technology and Techniques for Screen Media, Production Design – I, Mathematics for Film and Television Technology, Communication Skills I
• Semester 2: Fundamentals of Screenwriting, Technologies in Broadcasting, Screen Production Planning Methods, Understanding Direction & Director, Advance Sound Design Technology and Techniques for Screen Media, Cinematography, Aesthetic and Advanced Techniques of Editing, Aspects of 2D Animation and Motion Graphics, Communication Skills II
• Semester 3: History of Film and Television, TV and Online Journalism, New Media Technology and Techniques, Aesthetic of Lighting, Digital Technologies in Screen Media, Art of Screenwriting, Production Design – II, Color Grading Techniques, 3D Animation in Post-Production
• Semester 4: Genres in Film and Television, Project Management in Media, Aspects of Post-production Process, Theorizing of Documentary, Visual Effects (VFX), Individual Project in Screenwriting, Production Aspects and Techniques, Research for Screen Media, Entrepreneurship Development in Film and Television Trade
• Semester 5: Work Based /Industrial Training, Final Project Part I - Proposal
• Semester 6: Multi-camera Production Aspects, Avant-Garde and Popular Cinema and Television, Screen Theory and Criticism, Media Marketing and Advertising, Occupational Health and Safety in Film and Television Industry, Mini Project - Group (Editing | VFX | Cinematography | Sound), Final Project Part II – Graduate Fiction

Awards and Accreditation

Graduates are awarded the Bachelor of Technology in Film and Television Production Technology. The program is offered by the University of Vocational Technology, recognised as a pioneer in film and television education in Sri Lanka.

Study Mode

The programme is offered as a weekend schedule for NVQ students. G.C.E. (A/L) students are enrolled only if vacancies remain after NVQ candidates are accommodated.

Skills and Career Outcomes

• Practical expertise in producing, screenwriting, cinematography, sound design, editing, and post-production
• Ability to manage and plan film and television productions effectively
• Competence in media marketing, visual effects, and digital technologies for screen media
• Preparedness for professional roles across film, television, and online media industries
• Entrepreneurial skills for creative projects and production management

Send Inquiry

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