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FILM1102 - Theories and Aesthetics of Film

About

Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Letters

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Oppgave 100/100

Course content

FILM1102 is a base level course which covers the history and development of film theory. The course provides the student with conceptual tools for the discussion and analysis of film in light of various positions in film theory.

Learning outcome

Knowledge
Upon successful completion of the course the student will have:
- knowledge of early theories and debates about film as art and film’s ability to capture reality.
- knowledge of positions in film theory in different eras.
- knowledge of theories relating to the social, political and cultural role of film.
- knowledge of theories relating to film comprehension, cognitive psychology and phenomenology.
- knowledge of traditions in film analysis.

Skills
Upon successful completion of the course the student will know how to:
- account for the development of different positions throughout the history of film theory, and compare them through discussion.
- place the emergence of particular positions in film theory in social, political and cultural contexts.
- conduct independent film analyses based on film theory.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, screenings and seminars, including supervised training in film analysis. Teaching is usually conducted in Norwegian, but may take place in English.

Students are required to stay updated on information from the department or course director via Blackboard.

Compulsory assignments

  • written assignment or similar exercise

Further on evaluation

The final course assessment consists of a term paper of 5000-6000 words.

Course materials

The course reading list is about 1200 pages, plus the screened full-length films and series episodes.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
FILM1014 15.0
FILM1003 15.0
FILM1012 15.0
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  15.0 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2020

Language of instruction: English, Norwegian

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Film Studies
  • Film and Video Production
  • Media Studies
Contact information

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Art and Media Studies

Examination

Examination arrangement: Assignment

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn UTS Oppgave 100/100

Release
2019-10-14

Submission
2019-11-14


10:00


10:00

INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Oppgave 100/100

Release
2020-04-08

Submission
2020-05-08


10:00


10:00

INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
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