Film, Television and Screen Industries Project
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| CULT4035 | Cultural, Media and Visual Studies | 4 | 60 | Summer UK |
- Code
- CULT4035
- School
- Cultural, Media and Visual Studies
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 60
- Semesters
- Summer UK
Summary
This module will allow students to develop in-depth understanding of a section/aspect of the industry of their choice by researching, under supervision and guidance, a topic of their choice.
Target Students
Only available to students on MA Film, Television and Screen Industries.
Classes
- One 1-hour workshop each week for 5 weeks
Assessment
- 100% Dissertation: Dissertation/project of work not to exceed 12,000 words
Assessed by end of summer vacation
Educational Aims
The module aims to facilitate the development of knowledge and skills that will inform students’ choices in terms of: a) The area/topic(s) to pursue for future research (PhD/industry consultancy) and/or b) The department/area of industry employment where they may wish to work it will do so by supporting and guiding: In-depth understanding of a particular department, area or topic concerning the film, television and screen industries today. Development and understanding of necessary skillset, terminology and professional practices of the department, area or topic chosen by the student. Knowledge and understanding of latest developments in relevant scholarship. Production of a portfolio of materials that indicates the student’s knowledge and understanding of the chosen department, area or topic selected.Learning Outcomes
1. Intellectual skills
- a. Identify and analyse the various processes involved in the production and distribution of screen content
- b. Critically evaluate, package and present research and a variety of types of information and evidence
2. Professional / practical skills
- a. Identify and employ relevant research methodologies
- b. Identify, analyse and synthesise scholarship and other relevant literature and materials
- c. Develop ability to engage with industry attitudes and specialist languages and apply relevant knowledge to real-life scenarios
- d. Produce illustrative and analytical materials relevant to the dissemination of research findings
3. Transferable / key skills
- a. Oral and Written Communication
- b. Self Management
- c. Problem Solving
- d. Critical Thinking
- e. Professionalism
- f. Information Technology Literacy
- g. Numeracy
Conveners
Last updated 07/01/2025.