ARK-E5515 - Urban Narratives 1, 09.09.2020-21.10.2020

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Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The understanding of the city and its phenomena as narrative.

The understanding of how cinematic narrative tools can be used in perceiving, designing and depicting urban environments.

Credits: 3

Schedule: 09.09.2020 - 21.10.2020

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Karin Krokfors, Karin Krokfors, Tommy Lindgren, Tommy Lindgren

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Karin Krokfors, Karin Krokfors, Tommy Lindgren, Tommy Lindgren

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Teaching language: English

Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    The course is a theoretical introduction to the different concepts and means of expression linked to cinematic narrative.

    The focus is on the different ways of using the moving image as a tool for depicting the material and social contexts of urban envrionments.

Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Participation in the sessions mandatory, otherwise compensation through extra assignments.
    Seminar presentations and written work is assessed as to the level that they present an understanding of, and engagement with, the topic.

Workload

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Excercises: Independent written work 4200 words (42)
    Lectures: 14h (14+14)
    Seminar: 3h (3+9)
    tot. 82h

DETAILS

Study Material

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Readings according to the topic (lecture materials) will be distributed through the course site.

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