Course - Theoretical Approaches and Research Design in the Humanities - FM3000
FM3000 - Theoretical Approaches and Research Design in the Humanities
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hjemmeeksamen | 100/100 | 3 days |
Course content
The course is an introduction to research theories and methods for master's students in Film and Media Studies and Film and Video Production.
Teaching and readings focus on research traditions in the humanities and other relevant issues in theories of knowledge production.
In the seminars, students will receive guidance in their research design and in choosing methods appropriate to their individual thesis projects.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Upon successful completion of the course the student will have:
- knowledge of the main theories and research traditions in the humanities and key research traditions in film and media studies.
- knowledge of significant issues in the relationships between different research traditions.
- knowledge of the distinctiveness of the humanities.
- knowledge of MA theses in film and media studies, with regards to method, form, structure and genre.
Skills
Upon successful completion of the course the student will know how to:
- reflect on key issues in the history and theories of the humanities.
- discuss significant issues in the relationship between different research traditions.
- reflect on theories and methods for their own master's thesis.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and seminars. Teaching is usually conducted in Norwegian, but may take place in English.
Obligatory activity:
Students will present a chosen theoretical position in the seminars, by agreement with the instructor.
Students are required to stay updated on information from the department or course director via Blackboard.
Compulsory assignments
- Oral presentation
Further on evaluation
The final assessment consist of a 3-day home exam, which will be letter graded. The scope of the exam will be decided by the course director.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Film Studies (MFILM)
Film and Media Studies (MFMV)
Film and Videoproduction (MMPROD)
Media Studies (MMVIT)
Required previous knowledge
Requires admission to one of the master's programmes in Film and Video Production or Film and Media Studies.
Course materials
Approx. 600 pages of set texts.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| KM3010 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2019
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Film Studies
- Film and Video Production
- Media Studies
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Art and Media Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Hjemme-eksamen
100/100
Release
2019-12-12Submission
2019-12-16
10:00
INSPERA
10:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
ORD
Hjemme-eksamen
100/100
Release
2020-03-23Submission
2020-03-26
10:00
INSPERA
10:00 -
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"