WHY YOU SHOULD STUDY FILM | University/Film School
TLDRIn this heartfelt video, a Film and TV degree graduate from Aberystwyth University shares their journey and the misconceptions surrounding film studies. Initially hesitant about university due to a non-academic background, they discovered the value of understanding film's origins and its practical applications. Highlighting the balance between theory and practice, the video encourages pursuing passion over stereotypes, emphasizing the diverse opportunities and skills gained from such a degree. From working with high-end equipment to gaining invaluable experiences like attending the Tribeca festival, the speaker advocates for the enriching and career-shaping benefits of film studies, urging viewers to follow their interests and seize every learning opportunity.
Takeaways
- 😊 Didn't originally want to go to university, wanted to do an apprenticeship but it wasn't feasible
- 🎥 Chose to study Film & TV after advice that it's good to know the history of film to understand the future
- 🎓 Finds the Film & TV course very practical with theory supporting the practical work
- 🚀 University opened up opportunities like using professional cameras and going to film festivals
- 🎞 The course teaches you all roles in filmmaking which makes you understand the full process better
- ⏱ Projects teach you to work in teams and manage time effectively
- 💡 Has opened up interest in areas like TV production which wasn't originally considered
- 📈 You get out what you put in - recommends making the most of opportunities
- 😣 Don't listen to people who stereotype film degrees as easy
- 🤔 Overall really enjoyed the course and is happy with choosing it
Q & A
Why did the person not upload videos for a while?
-The person did not upload videos due to extremely bad weather in Aberystwyth, which interfered with their plans to film outside.
What degree did the person pursue at Aberystwyth University?
-The person pursued a Film and TV degree at Aberystwyth University.
What misconception do people have about studying film?
-People often stereotype studying film as easy and do not regard it as a valuable subject because it's an art subject, which the person disagrees with.
Why did the person choose to go to university instead of doing an apprenticeship?
-The person chose university because the waitlist for an apprenticeship was two years long, and they lacked resources like a car, equipment, collaborators, and access to necessary locations.
How did visiting the BBC in London influence the person's decision to study film and TV?
-The visit to the BBC made the person realize the importance of understanding the history and inspiration behind film and TV production, which helped them decide to pursue the course at Aberystwyth University.
What are the benefits of a university course according to the person?
-The person highlights that university courses allow for a balance between theory and practical work, provide opportunities for hands-on experience with professional equipment, and offer a support system through contacts and work placements.
How did the film and TV studies course change the person's career perspective?
-The course opened the person's mind to more options beyond just editing, including roles in cinematography and live TV production, by exposing them to different aspects of the industry.
What life skills did the person gain from their university experience?
-The person gained self-motivation, the ability to delegate and rely on others, and independence, which they found beneficial for living away from home and working in the film industry.
What is the person's advice to those considering studying film at university?
-The person advises to pursue passion over employability, emphasizing the importance of choosing a subject that makes one happy rather than what others deem more employable.
How does the person summarize their university experience?
-The person summarizes their university experience with the saying 'you only get out what you put in,' stressing the importance of effort and engagement to gain the most from the experience.
Outlines
🎥 Why I chose to study Film at University
The narrator explains why she chose to study Film and TV at university instead of taking an apprenticeship. She discusses the opportunities university provided like using professional equipment, attending workshops and film festivals, making industry contacts, and gaining experience in various production roles.
🎞 The benefits of access to university equipment and support
The narrator elaborates on the benefits of access to university equipment like cameras and editing software which students can use for free during their studies. She also mentions the university support system that helps students find work experience placements.
🎓 Key life skills and lessons from my university experience
The narrator reflects on the key life skills university taught her - being self-motivated, moving out of her comfort zone, not being a perfectionist, and learning every production role. She talks about the effort students need to put in to get the most out of university.
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Keywords
💡Film degree
💡Practical experience
💡Self-motivation
💡Collaboration
💡Creative development
💡Hands-on roles
💡Industry contacts
💡Independence
💡Passion over profit
💡Effort equals rewards
Highlights
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Researchers developed a deep convolutional neural network architecture optimized for processing X-ray images.
The model was trained on a large dataset of X-ray images labeled with disease diagnoses.
Evaluation shows the model achieves higher accuracy in detecting pneumonia compared to previous methods.
The model can provide automated disease screening to improve accessibility and affordability of medical imaging.
Challenges remain in deploying ML models clinically including regulatory approval and integration into workflows.
Further research is needed to improve model performance on rare diseases with limited training data.
The methods developed could be applied to other imaging modalities like CT scans and ultrasound.
Researchers plan to investigate techniques like transfer learning to expand model capabilities.
There are opportunities to combine ML analysis of images with other clinical data for improved diagnoses.
Regulatory approval and physician acceptance of AI remain barriers to real-world deployment.
More work is needed to ensure AI systems are trustworthy, interpretable and integrate into clinical workflows.
The research demonstrates promising results for using AI to improve medical imaging and disease diagnosis.
The methods and findings provide a foundation for further advances in applying AI in healthcare.
There are opportunities to expand this work through collaborations across medicine, computer science and engineering.
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