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Indonesian Literature and Film (INDO10012)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Overview
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Students will analyse and discuss selected works from modern Indonesian literature and film in a variety of genres, including novels, short stories, feature films and documentaries. Works will cover the Nationalist period to the present. The subject highlights the social and cultural contexts of literature and film and their historical and contemporary roles in framing Indonesian society. Particular emphasis is given to transformation in the lives of historical or fictional protagonists and how these may reflect transformative moments in Indonesian society. This subject is conducted in Indonesian.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate familiarity with the major schools of literature and film in modern Indonesia and their relationship to Indonesian historical trends
- Analyse a number of important modern Indonesian literary works and films of various genres
- Evaluate and discuss a number of academic journals and articles on Indonesian literature and film
- Demonstrate increased global Indonesian language proficiency
- Develop a broader understanding of Indonesian culture and society through literary and cinematic appreciation.
Last updated: 19 March 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
All students enrolling in Indonesian for the first time are required to complete the online language questionnaire/placement test at the link below. This applies to all students, from total beginners through to formal study, such as VCE or equivalent, or informally through family or overseas travel. Upon completion of the placement test, students will receive an email with the outcome and entry point. Within 5 working days of receiving the email, study plans will be updated and students will be able to self-enrol into the first subject of their entry point. The results of the test are binding and enrolment can only be changed with approval from the coordinator of the language major.
It is recommended that students undertake the language placement test at least two weeks prior to the commencement of semester.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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INDO20015 | Indonesian Literature and Film | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
INDO30006 | Indonesian Literature and Film | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
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: 19 March 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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An essay
| Mid semester | 20% |
A seminar presentation
| Throughout the semester | 20% |
A final essay proposal Hurdle requirement: Must be completed | Late in the teaching period | N/A |
Class participation continuous | Throughout the semester | 10% |
An oral exam | During the examination period | 10% |
A final essay
| During the examination period | 40% |
Hurdle requirement: 1. Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Hurdle requirement: 2. Late Penalty and Assessment hurdle requirement: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at five per cent (5%) of the possible marks available for the assessment task per day or part thereof. All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass the subject. Each submitted assessment must be complete, constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task and will not be accepted after 20 University business days from the original assessment due date without written approval. | Throughout the semester | N/A |
Last updated: 19 March 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Edwin Jurriens Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours A total of 36 hours: Two 1.5-hour seminars per week Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
Time commitment details
Time commitment totals 170 hours.
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Last updated: 19 March 2024
Further information
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Major Indonesian Studies - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Biomedicine
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Science
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Language Placement Test required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 19 March 2024