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Screen Theory, Style & Spectators (SCRN40002)
HonoursPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 1
Overview
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This subject will examine the history, uses and value of contemporary film and screen theory from the post-1968 period to the present. Students will learn to critically evaluate a diverse range of screen theories and methodologies, investigating their application and significance. Students will also learn to apply these theories through close investigation and analysis of selected film and screen texts. The theories examined will be selected from the following: semiotics, post-structuralism, feminist film theory, surrealist theory, psychoanalysis, postmodernism, phenomenology, audience reception studies, and film materialist approaches. Students will also be trained in disciplinary skills, such as close textual analysis, research, literature reviews and the presentations of papers.
Intended learning outcomes
Students who complete this subject should be able to:
- Have a comprehensive understanding of key film theoretical models of the post-60s
- Apply various theories to an analysis of the cinema
- Critically evaluate the significance of film theory for film interpretation.
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should gain the following generic skills:
- Possess advanced skills of critical thinking and analysis
- Develop research and writing skills
- Be able to account for the relationship between the film industry and film form
- Possess an ability to communicate knowledge intelligibly, economically and effectively
- Have an understanding of social, ethical and cultural context.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
A tutorial paper
| During the teaching period | 40% |
An essay or web site
| During the examination period | 60% |
| Hurdle requirement: 1. Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. There is an expectation that students attend screenings. | 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: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Cristobal Escobar Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total 56 hours: 2 hour seminar and 2.5 hour screening 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
170 hours
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
The reading list for this subject can be accessed via Canvas.
Recommended texts and other resources
Adobe Creative Cloud can be used in this subject, it is recommended that you purchase a licence via Student IT https://studentit.unimelb.edu.au/software#adobecc
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- 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
Subject coordinator approval 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: 31 January 2024