“By creating we think, by living we learn” Patrick Geddes
| Length of study: | 12 months full time 24 months part time |
| Start date: | September |
| Academic School: | School of Humanities |
| How to apply: | Apply online via UKPASS |
| Status: | This course is open for applications for September 2012. |
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This is one of over ten degree pathways offered in the Masters Programme in Humanities with Specialisation. Students on the Programme take some common modules, and are able to draw upon the research culture of the School of Humanities. All the core teaching is conducted 5.30-7.30pm to allow attendance by part-time and full-time students alike. Other classes are scheduled for the mutual convenience of staff and students.
MLitt Film Studies aims to provide students with an understanding of the cinema and the way films are developed, and their medium's relationship to other art forms.
Students are encouraged to think critically about these ideas, and to appreciate the importance of relating critical close analysis of style and form to theory, context, politics and history. These analytical skills, combined with assessment that tests presentational and communication skills and problem solving abilities, are essential in the workplace.
The programme is inherently interdisciplinary in its approach (looking at film in relation to literature, art history and music, television and popular culture).
Graduates will gain a high degree of knowledge and expertise about cinema, literature, art, media, and popular culture, and will explore the relationship between these fields in a highly critical and interdisciplinary way. Students taking this programme may pursue academic careers, work in the media, or in the creative industries or publishing.
The teaching year is divided into 3 notional semesters, students studying full time would normally complete within one calendar year. Students studying part-time would normally complete in two years.
Approaches to Film Adaptation (40 credits)
Theory and Critique (taught over first & second semesters for a total of 40 credits)
Theory and Critique (taught over first & second semesters for a total of 40 credits)
Option module from the list below (40 credits):
Dissertation (60 credits)
A variety of teaching methods will be used, including: small group teaching, supervised study, seminars, presentations, invited speakers and discussion groups, lectures, workshops, practical classes and demonstrations.
Learning methods will include oral and written presentations, as well as research essays and a dissertation. One-to-one supervision of a dissertation is designed to promote continuity in the learning experiences provided and students with the opportunity to work on an area of film study of their own choosing (subject to approval by the tutor).Students should normally have a good (2.1) honours degree in Film Studies, English or a relevant subject area.
English Language Requirement: IELTS of 6.5 (or equivalent), if your first language is not English. Please check our Language Requirements page for details of equivalent grades from other test providers, and information about the University of Dundee English Language courses.
Information about the School of Humanities scholarships can be found on the School of Humanities scholarships webpage.
Other sources of funding for postgraduate students can be found on our Scholarships webpage.
Course Contact |
Admissions Contact |
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Dr Chris Murray School of Humanities University of Dundee Nethergate Dundee DD1 4HN Scotland Telephone: 01382 384907 (from the UK) Telephone: +44 1382 384907 (from outside the UK) Email: c.murray@dundee.ac.uk |
Postgraduate Admissions Admissions and Student Recruitment University of Dundee Nethergate Dundee DD1 4HN Scotland Telephone: 01382 384 384 (from the UK) Telephone: +44 1382 384 384 (from outside the UK) Fax: 01382 385 500 (from the UK) Fax: +44 1382 385 500 (from outside the UK) Email: postgrad-admissions@dundee.ac.uk |
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