Programme of Study Catalogue

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

(1) demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of the concept of genre
(2) explain selected examples of genre in different forms of expression
(3) use the concept in analyzing a range of films
(4) demonstrate skills in writing, using a variety of forms.

Content:

The module introduces students to the concept of genre and traces its historical development. It examines a variety of forms of expression and specific examples of genre in forms such as theatre, writing, painting and film. It proceeds to conduct a detailed analysis of selected film genres, using concepts such as narrative, style, form, representation, ideology and stardom. It also relates the development of genres to wider economic, social and political contexts.

Learning and Teaching Information:

The scheme below assumes recruitment of 20.

Lecture
Contact hours 20
Number of groups 1

Workshops
Contact hours 20
Number of groups 1

Guided Independant study
Hours: 160

Further details relating to assessment
Assessment 1 � Directed activities: These consist of weekly tasks that must be completed and submitted for inspection at timetabled sessions each week. The assessment will be on a pass/ fail basis with a pass requiring at least 75% of all weekly tasks successfully completed. A pass mark will lead to the full award of 10% towards the final mark. A fail in directed activities will contribute 0% to the final mark.

Assessment 2 � Portfolio: This will normally include a number of exercises designed to develop study skills and familiarise students with resources relevant to the field of study. The detailed requirements of the Portfolio will be published in the module handbook.

Students must complete and submit both forms of assessment to be eligible to pass the module.

Students permitted to take a half-module for the award of 10 credits will be assessed on the basis of the form of work relevant to the semester of study.