FILM 3004 - Screening the World: Global Film Aesthetics
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code FILM 3004 Course Screening the World: Global Film Aesthetics Coordinating Unit English, Creative Writing, and Film Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 6 Contact 3 hours per week, plus 4 ad hoc screenings during the course of the Semester Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Assumed Knowledge Minimum of 15 units in the Major must be completed before taking the capstone Assessment Research portfolio, Mini-research essay, Major-research dissertation Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Ben McCann
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate a detailed and high-level understanding of the essential theoretical ideas of world cinema 2. Situate the chosen films in their broader historical and theoretical contexts 3. Communicate effectively in a range of formats (but particularly through the production of an extended dissertation) a thorough grasp of the aesthetic and narrative tendencies of world cinema 4. Develop cross-cultural methods of analysis and apply these to the films studied University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 4 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
3, 4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1, 2, 3, 4 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
3, 4 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Films to be accessed by the students via Kanopy, Stan, iTunes, Netflix, Amazon Prime, YouTube or other streaming services.
Some films will be screened in class at strategic points in the semester and periodically 'paused' to assist student discussion and feedback.
There is no textbook required for this course: all required and optional course readings will be made available through MyUni before the start of the course.Recommended Resources
A comprehensive reading list will be available on MyUni before the start of the semester. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
All teaching in this course will be face-to-face.
There will be extra electronic and online resources that students may use to supplement their learning.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
156 hours per semester: contact hours + reading + research + regular assessment activitiesLearning Activities Summary
(Please note these are currently indicative themes based on staff availability and topics and may change before the start of the course: a more finalised timetable will be published before the start of semester 2 2024).Week Lecture topic / theme 1 Introduction to World Cinema 2 Asian cinema (China) 3 Asian cinema (South Korea) 4 Asian cinema (Japan) 5 Iranian cinema (Abbas Kiarostami) 6 African cinema (Senegal, Sembene and Mati Diop) 7 German cinema 8 Russian cinema 9 Scandinavian cinema 10 South American cinema (Brazil) 11 South American cinema (Chile) 12 Conclusions and Roma Specific Course Requirements
A minimum of 15 units in prior Film Studies courses are required before taking the capstone.
Students are expected to read the texts set for the given weeks in advance and prepare their answers to any set questions, as required.
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Research portfolio (25%) - 1, 2, 3, 4
Mini-research Essay (25%) - 1, 2, 3, 4
Major-research Dissertation (50%) - 1, 2, 3, 4
Assessment Related Requirements
All assessment must be completed in order to pass the course.Assessment Detail
Research portfolio
Students will critically analyse 2 self-researched Asian films and link them to the course readings (c. 1500 words) – due in Week 4
25%
Mini research essay
Students will write a 1500-word essay on a specific topic in the course - due in Week 7
25%
Major research essay
Students will write a 3000-word essay on a specific topic in the course - due in Week 13
50%
Submission
Electronically via MyUni or in personCourse Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
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