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Undergraduate Course: Writing on Film - Introduction to Film Journalism (LLLG07042)

Course Outline
SchoolCentre for Open Learning CollegeCollege of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 7 (Year 1 Undergraduate) AvailabilityNot available to visiting students
SCQF Credits10 ECTS Credits5
SummaryHave you ever wanted to be a film critic? Or have you ever wondered what a film critic does? Now is your chance to find out. This course offers a practical introduction to the basics of film journalism ¿ reviews, interviews, features ¿ in a lively workshop setting. No special background needed, as long as you enjoy writing and have an active interest in cinema.
Course description Not entered
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Course Delivery Information
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Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
¿ Recognise the various formats and styles of writing on film (e.g. reviews, features).
¿ Demonstrate an awareness of different media and markets.
¿ Assess a piece of film writing in terms of its chosen style and target market.
¿ Carry out basic film-related research using both print and online sources.
¿ Write clear and effective film-related pieces in each of the basic formats.
Reading List
None
Additional Information
Graduate Attributes and Skills Not entered
KeywordsNot entered
Contacts
Course organiserMs Martine Pierquin
Tel: (0131 6)51 1182
Email:
Course secretaryMs Marie Craft
Tel: (0131 6)50 3943
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