The BA (Hons) TV and Film Set Design at the University of South Wales is your gateway to a dynamic career in the art departments of the film and television industries. You will explore the foundational principles of visual studies, mood board creation, concept visuals, and storyboarding, enhanced by industry-standard software like Photoshop and Vray. This course is designed for aspiring designers who are passionate about translating scripts into compelling visual worlds, from understanding scenic construction materials and techniques to mastering AutoCAD and Sketchup for detailed technical drawings and digital models. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of historical and theoretical contexts, ensuring your practical design work is both innovative and historically informed.
Throughout this full-time, on-campus degree, you will engage in practical projects simulating real-world briefs for multi-camera light entertainment, period dramas, contemporary television, and feature films. In your second year, you will develop professional practice by seeking work experience within art departments and art directing short films, alongside critical analysis of production design. Your final year culminates in a major project and dissertation, allowing you to delve deeply into a chosen area of production design. You will graduate from the University of South Wales with a robust portfolio and the practical skills and industry connections essential for roles such as Art Department Assistant, Set Decorator, or Production Designer.