Semesters

FLM101 Introduction to film history

Course code: 
FLM101
Duration: 
1 semester
Credits (ECTS): 
5
Level of study: 
Foundation level (bachelor’s degree level)
Teaching semester: 
2021 Autumn
Assessment semester: 
2021 Autumn
Language of instruction: 
English
Required prerequisite knowledge

None.

Course content

The course will present some excerpts from film history and films central to these. Each semester will deal with different themes/era and the films included will be balanced between animation, documentary and fiction. The course will stimulate the students to further explore film history.

Learning outcome

In accordance with the National Qualifications Framework the student will have following learning outcome after completing the course:

Learning outcome knowledge

After completing the course the students will:

  • have a basic knowledge of film history and the themes discussed
  • have a basic knowledge of film theory relevant to the screened films
  • have knowledge of the context surrounding the screened films and be able to place them in a historical and esthetical context
Learning outcome skills

After completing the course the students will:

  • be able to reflect upon a film's place in society and film history
  • be able to write about film, and apply relevant theory in this writing
Learning outcome qualification

The students will

  • have seen some important films from the history of cinema
  • have a theoretical fundament to further view films with a critical and observant eye
Working and learning activities

Weekly screenings with an introduction by the lecturer. 

Assessment requirements

 

 

Evaluation system

Grading will be done in accordance with the Regulations governing admission, studies and examinations at Volda University College.

Evaluation

The course will be evaluated in accordance with the University College's routines for quality assurance.

Minimum number of students: 
10
Maximum number of students: 
30
Person in charge: 
Trygve Selnes Nielsen
Used in other programs
Assessment FormGroupingDurationGrading scaleProportionCommentSupport MaterialsScope
Home exam
Individual
1 Week
A-F, A is the best grade and E is the lowest passing grade
100
Final assessment is based on an essay which will discuss one of the screened films. The text will reflect on the historical and esthetical context of the film. It will be given one final grade. The exam should be handed in through Inspera.
Essay 1500-2500 words.
Approval signature: 
Kate Kartveit