CN3305 - Studies in Film and Place
[Offered in odd-numbered years]
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2007 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 1 |
| Administered by: | School of Arts & Social Sciences |
This subject is a study of place and location in contemporary film and screen media, including textual, social, and industrial aspects. Lectures examine settings and locations in films, and the social geography of film viewing and production.
Learning Outcomes
- to develop an awareness of filmic techniques for transmitting meaning;
- to develop an understanding of relations of image and narrative in film;
- to distinguish social, industrial and artistic elements of screen media;
- to gain awareness of relevant theoretical literature.
Graduate Qualities
- The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
- The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
- The ability to use and interpret different media;
- The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner;
- A commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual development.
| Prerequisites: | At least one Level 2 CN subject |
| Inadmissible Subject Combinations: | CN2205 |
Availabilities | |
| Townsville, Internal, Study Period 1 | |
| Census Date 30-Mar-2007 | |
| Coord/Lect: | Dr Allison Craven. |
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| Assessment: | end of semester exam (30%); tutorial attendance and participation (20%); assignments (50%). |
Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.