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Screen Language 1B (FLTV70019)
Graduate coursework level 7Points: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
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- Assessment
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Contact information
Semester 2
Overview
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Screen Language 1B follows from Screen Language 1A by covering major aspects of direction onto a film set depending on the strand of study. This subject puts into practical terms the discussion and analysis of film directing styles and approaches that was studied in screen language 1A. This subject is delivered as an intensive workshop depending on the strand of study.
Intended learning outcomes
This subject will enable students to:
- develop an awareness of performance techniques for the screen;
- verbally communicate precise directorial intentions to performers;
- develop skills to direct actors;
- demonstrate an awareness of screen grammar;
- critically analyse and discuss the mise-en-scene construction of scenes for the screen;
- critically and constructively review their own and peers’ screen direction work.
Generic skills
On completing this subject students will be able to:
• plan and organise work and solve problems;
• lead a team and work collaboratively;
• apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems;
• develop positive self-critical and peer review skills;
• begin to develop a set of flexible and transferable skills for different types of employment.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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FLTV70016 | Screen Language 1A | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
Critical Film Report
Students must attend a minimum of three first release film screenings (including film festivals) and write a critical review of no less than 300 words on each film. (20% of total mark).
Directing Intensive Workshop (20% of total mark).
Critical self-assessment paper detailing and discussing their working methodology. In the form of an oral presentation and written document (1000 words) (40% of total mark).
Class/Tutorials Participation
Participation assessed on criteria of engagement, ability to discuss and give/receive feedback and teamwork skills. Attendance is compulsory.
Students must submit all assessment items in order to be eligible for a pass in this subject. Students must attend 80% of workshops, classes and lectures in order to be eligible for assessment.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinators Siobhan Jackson, Steve Thomas, and Shannon Owen Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 80 Total time commitment 120 hours Teaching period 29 July 2019 to 27 October 2019 Last self-enrol date 9 August 2019 Census date 31 August 2019 Last date to withdraw without fail 27 September 2019 Assessment period ends 22 November 2019 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
120 Hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
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Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
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Type Name Course Master of Film and Television - Links to additional information
Last updated: 3 November 2022