Higher National Diploma in Filmmaking
London, United Kingdom
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
Raindance allows you to attend world-class courses delivered by industry professionals. With an internationally recognised HND, you have the option of progressing to the Top-up BA, or you can take the plunge and go straight into exciting job prospects in the film industry.
This is a full-time university-level course. Through Raindance, students will have the opportunity to attend renowned courses delivered by industry professionals and attend our networking events to develop further opportunities.
Benefits of a Raindance HND
- Flexible tuition that allows you to adjust your lessons between cohorts, and to plan around your work/life commitments.
- Interest-free payment plans so you can pay as you earn.
- Small class sizes with specialist tutors
- Access to free masterclasses led by top leaders in the industry
- Free accreditation to the Cannes Film Festival
- West end screening of student films at the end of the school year
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Curriculum
Students will focus on practical, technique-centred learning, which includes directing, producing, lighting techniques, cinematography, and screenwriting.
Year 1: Foundation
All students study common modules in their first year to build the foundation of the study programme
Modules:
- Individual Project (Pearson-set)
- Creative Media Industry
- Professional Practice
- Film & Television Practices
- Film Studies
- Light & Sound
- Film & Video Editing
- Script Writing for Film & Television
Raindance Year 1 Courses:
- Free master classes hosted by industry professionals
Year 2: Specialisation
In the second year, students start to specialise in specific areas of filmmaking, developing their skills further and working in teams on industry-style projects.
Modules:
- Collaborative Project (Pearson-set)
- Personal Professional Development
- Advanced Film & Television Studies
- Drama
- Documentary
- Directing
- Marketing & Promotion
- Audio Techniques
* Units are subject to change
Program Outcome
Upon successful completion and approval, students can progress onto the Raindance Bachelor of Art’s one-year top-up programme in Film and Performing Arts Practices, allowing them to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree within 3 years of starting this course.
Career Opportunities
Students can enter employment in a wide range of roles within the film industry. Careers include screenwriting, directing, producing, documentary filmmaking or cinematography.
Program delivery
Although the HND programme is full-time, we have structured it to allow you to work around your work/life commitments. The course runs two days per week, from 10:30 to 17:30.
Raindance Professional courses run at various times during evenings and weekends.