Digital Film Technologies
Digital film technologies is the discipline concerned with the technical and creative dimensions of film and video production in the digital age. It sits at the intersection of creative practice and technical knowledge, covering cinematography, post-production, colour grading, visual effects, sound design, editing and the digital workflows that connect those elements from shoot to final delivery. As virtually all professional film and television production now operates in the digital domain, understanding the technologies and craft practices of digital filmmaking has become essential for anyone seeking to work in the screen industries.
At the University of Chichester you will study digital film technologies over three years of full-time study, developing a broad range of practical and creative skills required by employers across the creative and digital industries. You will work with professional-standard equipment and software, learning the technical processes of digital acquisition, editing, colour and visual effects alongside the creative principles that guide effective storytelling through moving image. The typical tariff of 120 reflects a programme accessible to students who bring genuine creative interest and technical aptitude from a range of backgrounds.
Graduates work in film and television production, broadcast, digital media, advertising, corporate video, live events, education and the rapidly expanding sector of online and streaming content. Typical roles include camera operator, video editor, digital imaging technician, post-production specialist, colourist, production coordinator and content creator. Many graduates develop portfolio careers combining employed and freelance work, and some go on to establish their own production companies.
Postgraduate study in film production, screen media or a specialist technical area provides routes to higher-level practice or research, and the combination of technical proficiency and creative capability developed through this programme is valued across the full range of screen industry contexts.