Coursework; weighted at 100%

- individual written assignment (1500 words) , detailing individual research in a chosen area assessing all learning outcomes.

This module will introduce you to film history and the process of studying and understanding aspects of the moving image for the screen, including text, form, and representation. You will develop skills in textual analysis and film criticism. You will study cinematic meaning, representation and social and cultural perspectives along with the development of moving image as art and technology.

You will study Early Cinema, Hollywood, British, Independent and World Cinema.
You will develop your ability to analyse, critique and discuss aspects of the moving image for the screen and contextualise this with production methods, techniques and in relation to cultural, societal and technological perspectives.
You will develop the skills to engage in discussions relating to aspect of moving image for the screen including genre, representation and form.

Scheduled learning activities
- Contextual Lectures
- Tutorials
- Screenings

Guided independent and group study activities
Additional independent study time should be utilised to expand knowledge in the subject area via:
- Independent research
- Group discussions

Braudy, L. and Cohen, M. (2016) Film Theory and Criticism: Introductory readings. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Gomery, D. and Pafort-Overduin, C. (2011) Movie History: A Survey. New York: Routledge.

Guynn, W. (2010) The Routledge Companion to Film History. Oxon: Routledge.

Etherington-Wright, C. and Doughty, R. (2011) Understanding Film Theory. Basingstoke: Palgrave.

Nelmes, J. (2012) Introduction to Film Studies. Oxon: Routledge.

Library resources
Computer access and printing facilities
Blackboard virtual learning environment
Screening facilities

1. DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF CINEMA STUDIES RELATING TO HISTORICAL, CONTEMPORARY AND FUTURE TRENDS
Knowledge and Understanding

2. INVESTIGATE AND CRITICALY EVALUATE FILM STYLES AND TECHNIQUES IN RELATION TO CULTURAL, SOCIETAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVES
Enquiry

3. EVALUATE AND INTERPRETTHE CONCPETS AND PRINCIPLES OF A CHOSEN AREA IN CINEMA STUDIES
Analysis

4. DEMONSTRATE RESEARCH SKILLS AND COMMUNICATE IDEAS AND THEORIES THROUGH A WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT COVERING A CHOSEN AREA
Communication

Scheduled learning activities
13 X 3 hours which will be made up from a combination of lectures, practical demonstrations and tutorials

Lectures
Tutorials
Screenings

Guided independent and group study activities (Average of 9.5hrs per week)
Independent study time should be utilised to expand knowledge in the subject area
Independent research
Group discussions

Cinema Studies will introduce you to film history - from Early Cinema and Hollywood, to British, Independent and World Cinema. You will study cinematic meaning, representation, along with the development of moving image as art and technology. You will also develop your ability to analyse, critique and discuss aspects of the moving image for the screen and in relation to production methods, techniques, cultural, societal and technological perspectives.