Semesters

TOD109 Acting for The Camera

Course code: 
TOD109
Duration: 
1 semester
Credits (ECTS): 
15
Level of study: 
Foundation level (bachelor’s degree level)
Teaching semester: 
2025 Spring
Assessment semester: 
2025 Spring
Language of instruction: 
English
Required prerequisite knowledge

None.

Course content

This course is a practical introduction to acting for the camera.
The students will work on themes like:

  • Script memorization and analysis
  • Theory and technique of acting for the camera
  • On-set experience in various formats and genres
  • Self taping, audition
  • Basic editing 
Learning outcome

In accordance with the National Qualifications Framework the student will achieve the following learning outcomes after completing the course:

Learning outcome knowledge

The Student

  • Has basic knowledge of tools and techniques for on-camera acting
  • Has basic knowledge of specific and select academic terminology within acting for the camera
  • Has knowledge of the film actors process from script to screen
Learning outcome skills

The Student

  • Has developed basic skills in acting for the camera
  • Can use academic terminology and reflect over challenges in acting for the camera both verbally and in writing
  • Understands set etiquette and can take driection on a professional set
Learning outcome qualification

The Student

  • Can independently and confidently warm up, maintain and develop their artistry in on camera work
  • Can cooperate with course teachers and fellow students in practical and theoretical work
  • Has sufficient technical knowledge to self tape short scenes
Working and learning activities

The course is a collaboration between theoretical, practical and individual studies and will offer different modules as exemplified below: 

  • Practical on-camera training
  • Short film and single scene shoots
  • Seminars and workshops
  • Collaborative group work
  • Self-assessment and individual academic reflection - logging/journaling
Assessment requirements

Attendance:

All course activity is mandatory. A total active attendance record of 80% or higher is required for the student to be registered for the course exam and thus complete the course.

Work requirement:

  • Submission of two separate project video clips

 

Minimum number of students: 
4
Maximum number of students: 
20
Person in charge: 
Raymond Corrado Knutsen
Used in other programs
  • Theatre and Drama - bachelor
Assessment FormGroupingDurationGrading scaleProportionCommentSupport MaterialsScope
Portfolio
Individual
1 Week
A-F, A is the best grade and E is the lowest passing grade
70
Oppgave
Individual
3 Days
A-F, A is the best grade and E is the lowest passing grade
30
Approval signature: 
Unni Hagen