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British University Vietnam (BUV) Transforms Film and Media Education Under Dr. Paul Moody
Dr. Paul D.J. Moody, the Head of the School of Communications and Creative Industries (SOCCI) at British University Vietnam (BUV), has been instrumental in shaping the university's innovative and industry-relevant education. Since joining BUV in 2024, Moody has contributed significantly to the development of the institution, particularly in the Film and Media Production course.
Under Moody's leadership, BUV's programs have been updated to ensure they remain innovative and aligned with industry requirements. One such example is the Film and Media Production program, inspired by Arts University Bournemouth, a leading UK arts institution. This course aims to equip students with the skills necessary to excel in the competitive film and media industry.
Recognizing the substantial growth potential for animation in Vietnam, Moody enhanced the Contemporary Creative Practice program to include this field. This strategic move aims to capitalize on emerging trends in the Vietnamese creative industry.
Moody places great emphasis on interactive learning, fostering critical thinking and practical skills development among students. Instead of relying on traditional lectures, BUV emphasizes interactive learning by engaging students with real-world scenarios and case studies. This approach empowers students to gain confidence and practical expertise in their chosen fields.
Lecturers at BUV bring hands-on experience from film sets and creative industries in the UK, Vietnam, US, Australia, Finland, and others, directly into the classroom. Moody has focused on expanding BUV's faculty with highly qualified academics, all holding international degrees, ensuring UK-standard teaching quality.
Moody believes that BUV students will graduate as industry-ready professionals with a strong sense of ethics and responsibility. He stresses the importance of creating and owning intellectual property rights in filmmaking and the importance of telling real stories about real people. Moody also warns against over-reliance on AI in the industry.
Moody's contributions have positioned the School of Communications and Creative Industries at BUV as a hub for innovative and industry-relevant education in Vietnam. BUV has inaugurated phase two of its 5-star campus, aimed at delivering accredited British education to thousands of students. The university has achieved the prestigious EDGE Advanced Certification for sustainable building design.
Moody's impressive career includes senior levels at various prestigious institutions worldwide, including the National Film and Television School, Goldsmiths University of London, Royal College of Art, London College of Communication, and the London Film School. He played a crucial role in transforming the National Film and Television School into one of the world's leading institutions for cinematic talent.
Moody is impressed by the dedication and capabilities of BUV students. He encourages them to write their own stories and create the films and media inspired by their words and drawings. He believes in balancing artistic integrity with commercial viability and sees AI as a major trend in the industry.
[1] British University Vietnam (BUV) website: www.buv.edu.vn
- Dr. Paul Moody's leadership at British University Vietnam (BUV) fosters personal growth and learning, as he emphasizes interactive learning and equips students with skills for excelling in the film and media industry.
- Moody's approach to education-and-self-development at BUV goes beyond traditional teaching methods, capitalizing on emerging trends such as animation, while also stressing the importance of ethical responsibility and maintain a balance between artistic integrity and commercial viability.
