Introduction to Film Studies

Module code: IFP3009

Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM1

Contact: Ms Philippa Kennedy

This module gives students a broad introduction to some of the main issues and concepts in film studies, and to the history of Classical Hollywood Cinema as well as to some of its major genres. It provides students with opportunities to develop textual analysis skills in relation to written texts as well as to films.

The module introduces a range of topics, including cinematic codes; mise-en scene; genre; stars; classical Hollywood narrative. It will help students to develop skills in analysing ('reading') films, in academic reading and writing as well as in oral presentation and seminar skills. This developmental approach will assist students in the successful completion of the assessments for the module, while also preparing them for the assessment demands of module IFP/IFJ3010 Film Studies: Art Cinema.

Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 40.0% Examination, 40.0% Coursework, 20.0% Practical
Level: 3