Master of Motion Picture Production
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Qualification type
Master's Degree
Credits
180
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
Quality assurance functionary
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Field
Field 02 - Culture and Arts
Subfield
Film, Television and Video
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2019-08-16
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
Official SAQA text formatted for easier reading.
Purpose and rationale
Purpose
The purpose of the qualification is to produce filmmakers who will contribute as lecturers, teachers, tutors and mentors to sustain the growth of the South African cinema, film and television industry.
The purpose of this qualification is also to produce qualifying learners and researchers who can contribute to the development of knowledge at an advanced level in the discipline. These qualifying learners will be educated artists who are more than just craftsmen and women, but complete professionals and researchers with intellectual capabilities, who can contribute to the development of knowledge at an advanced level, are able to think laterally, innovate, research, publish, teach and be leaders and trainers in their communities and in communities of their own professions. In addition, successful learners will have the competent skills, knowledge and attitudes to perform various specialised functions associated with the creation of motion pictures through knowledge and skills.
The qualification contributes to these objectives by focusing on the field of African films, politics and culture.
Rationale
The qualification will satisfy the need for academic personnel that are research enabled and well-prepared to enrol for the Doctor of Motion Picture Production, Level 10. The qualification follows on from the Postgraduate Diploma in Motion Picture Production, Level 8. The qualification is also aligned with the qualifications offered by international film schools and institutions.
The qualification also allows learners to continue on a practical pathway by applying Practice Based research and Artistic Output research. Graduates may venture into other film professions such as film lecturers (academics), film critics, film historians, film managers.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of prior Learning (RPL)
Professional filmmakers and managers in Television Broadcasting who wish to improve their qualifications can also obtain entrance into the qualification through the institution's process of RPL.
The RPL policy of the institution provides for learners from other institutions as well as learners with practical industry experience related to motion picture production to enter the qualification main stream by undergoing the RPL process.
Learners are informed, supported, and guided through the institutions RPL processes. The mechanisms in place ensure that learners can demonstrate their formal, informal and non-formal learning or work experience for recognition.
The process ensures that learners who can demonstrate their competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes implicit for this qualification will receive the appropriate credits toward the qualification.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is
- A relevant Bachelor Honours Degree, Level 8.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Motion Picture Production, Level 8.
- A relevant Bachelor's Degree, Level 8.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification consists of a compulsory research project and the writing of a dissertation at Level 9 worth 180 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
- Complete a single advanced research project, culminating in the production and acceptance of a dissertation.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1
- Identify a research problem.
- Create a research proposal.
- Perform research.
- Document research in a report.
Integrated Assessment
- The Master of Motion Picture Production will be evaluated by means of a Dissertation project evaluated by two external examiners.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification allows possibilities for both horizontal and vertical articulation.
Horizontal Articulation
Master of Visual Arts in Multimedia, Level 9.
Vertical Articulation
Doctor of Philosophy in Motion Picture Production, Level 10.
International comparability
To ensure an international standard, the qualification was benchmarked against qualifications offered in the United States of America (USA), since it dominates the international trade in motion pictures. Supplementary benchmarking was done against qualifications offered in Britain. A similar qualification is currently not offered in any other African country.
The qualification was benchmarked with regard to: Outcomes for each level; Assessment criteria; the level of difficulty and the notional learning time required to complete each module.
Comparing this approach with modules offered in countries that have a strong motion picture production industry indicates the following:
United States of America (USA) - Motion picture production training in the USA varies from short modules of one day, two-year associate Degree, four-year qualifications and Postgraduate qualifications, resulting in a Master's of Fine Arts (MFA).
The following are some of the institutions against which the qualification was benchmarked
- The New York Film Academy offers a range of courses and qualifications including a Bachelor of Fine Arts, which includes specialisations such as Filmmaking, Documentary, Producing, Screenwriting, 3D Animation and Cinematography.
- The New School in New York offers a graduate certificate in Documentary Media Studies; An undergraduate certificate in Film Production and a Certificate in Screenwriting. The fields of specialisation include Cinematography, Documentary, Sound recording and Screenwriting.
- United Kingdom: The qualification that is regarded as the best in both the UK and Europe is that of the National Film and Television School. The National Film and Television School's tertiary training entails three diplomas of 12 to 18 months in Production Management for Film; Production Management for Television; and Sound Recording for Film and Television. Its Master of Arts (MA) qualifications are two-year structured offerings and consist of a choice between 11 specialisations namely; Cinematography; Composing for Film and Television; Digital Post Production; Directing Animation; Directing Documentary; Directing Fiction; Editing; Games Design and Development; Producing; Producing and Directing Television Entertainment; Production Design; Screenwriting; SFX/VFX; Games Design and Development.
- Other European Universities offer Bachelor of Arts qualifications and post graduate qualifications in film studies or film and photography, which do not compare well to the USA or UK offerings.
This Master's Degree compares well with the above-mentioned qualifications offered in the USA and the UK in terms of module content and practical learning. The duration of the qualifications differs however.
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