Course - Nordic Film and Television - FILM1106
FILM1106 - Nordic Film and Television
About
New from the academic year 2024/2025
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home examination | 100/100 | 6 days |
Course content
FILM1106 is a base level course that deals with cinema and television in the Nordic countries. The course is taught in English, and the student gains insight into trends and developments in contemporary Nordic film and television culture.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
After completing the course, the student has knowledge of:
- contemporary cinema and television in the Nordic countries, with attention to cultural, artistic, and commercial contexts.
- popular and critical reception of contemporary Nordic cinema and television, both within the region and beyond.
- hallmarks of Nordic cinema and television institutions
Skills
After completing the course, the student can:
- identify and discuss important trends and developments in contemporary Nordic films and television series.
- relate their acquired knowledge to questions concerning Nordic culture, society and history.
- develop independent analyses of contemporary Nordic films and television series.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, screenings, and written assignments.
Teaching is conducted in English.
Compulsory assignments
Up to 4 individual submissions must be completed and approved before students can take the course exam.
Students are required to stay updated on information from the department or course director via Blackboard.
Compulsory assignments
- Written assignments
Further on evaluation
The final course assessment consists of a 6-day home exam, where the student completes a written assignment of 3000-4000 words.
Recommended previous knowledge
FILM1100 Film and Narration and FILM1101 The History of Film.
Required previous knowledge
None.
Course materials
The course reading list is about 1200 pages, plus the films and episodes that are screened in their entirety.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| FILM1104 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2024 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
15.0 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Film Studies
- Film and Video Production
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Art and Media Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Home examination 100/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"