Course - Documentary - FILM2001
FILM2001 - Documentary
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skriftlig | 100/100 | 6 hours |
Course content
FILM2001 is an undergraduate course in film studies dedicated to the history and development of the documentary film.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Upon successful completion of the course the student will have:
- knowledge of the history of the documentary film.
- knowledge of different genres of documentary.
- knowledge of key concepts in documentary film theory.
- knowledge of the distinctive features of the documentary and its forms of communication.
- knowledge of key issues in the documentary film's relation to concepts like truth and objectivity.
Skills
Upon successful completion of the course the student will know how to:
- discuss the development of the most prominent periods in the history of documentary film.
- discuss the most important concepts in documentary film theory.
- accomplish an academic analysis of a documentary film.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, screenings and seminars. 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
Further on evaluation
The final assessment consists of a 6-hour written exam.
Recommended previous knowledge
FILM1100, FILM1101, FILM1102
Required previous knowledge
None
Course materials
The course reading list is about 1200 pages, plus the screened full-length films, programs and series episodes.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| HFMV204 | 15.0 | ||
| HFFILM201 | 15.0 | ||
| FVP2004 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
15.0 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2019
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Film Studies
- Film and Video Production
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Art and Media Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Skriftlig 100/100 2019-12-06 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SU406 Sukkerhuset 26 - Spring UTS Skriftlig 100/100 2020-05-12 09:00 INSPERA
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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.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"