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Theoretical and Historical Perspectives On New Media

Advanced level course in Cinema Studies, 50% pace, taught in English. The course offers critical and analytical tools for studying the moving image in today's changing media landscape.

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The media theoretical perspectives that are discussed can open up historical comparisons and parallels between today's media culture and media in other periods. During the course, current research on contemporary changes in the media and new media phenomena are studied. Special attention is paid to how digital media platforms and media formats challenge conventional understanding of the specificity of the film medium and representational strategies.

This course is also optional MA-level course for studentes in the Master's Programme in Cinema Studies.

 

  • Course structure

    For a passing result on the course, the student must be able to:
    - explain, discuss and problematize, both orally and in writing, central concepts and theory building regarding the research field of the course;
    - apply the theories and methods of the current research area in an independent scientific work.

    Teaching format

    The teaching consists of: lectures and seminars as well as screenings of films and other media material. Mandatory attendance at lectures, seminars and film screenings. Teaching takes place in English.

    Assessment

    The course is examined through a written assignment and home exam.

    Examiner

    Examiners

  • Schedule

    The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.

  • Course literature

    Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
    See syllabus archive for all reading lists

  • Course reports

  • Contact

    Exchange and Alumni Coordinator
    Birgitta Fiedler
    exchange@ims.su.se
    Student Counsellor Cinema Studies
    Mattias Johannesson
    studievagledare@mail.film.su.se
    • Office hours

    • According to agreement

    • Irregular office hours

    • Out of office 20 December 2024 to 7 January 2025

    Director of Studies Cinema Studies
    Joel Frykholm
    joel.frykholm@ims.su.se

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