Study Guide

Learning outcomes

Students are able to
- plan, shoot, record and edit material for an audiovisual production
- use several different means of expression of audiovisual drama in a coherent way
- master the main working methods and technologies of audiovisual narration
- compile material for use in different publishing channels
- discuss their work and motivations in relation to the tradition of audiovisual narration
- operate in a production functionally, cost-effectively and on schedule.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures, discussions, exercises, independent work and workshops

Timing and attendance

At least 80 % attendance

Learning environment

Campus, filming locations

Contents

STUDIO is a total of 20 ECTS, divided into three parts (5 + 10 + 5)


Part 1: Basics of film narration (5 ECTS) - Teacher: Vantte Lindevall

The course introduces the basics of film narration and learns to plan, shoot, record and edit video and audio material. With the help of theory and practical exercises, we familiarize ourselves with various moving picture principles, dramaturgy, shooting and audio recording equipment and editing software. The final project is a short film or video.

The student can
- plan, shoot, record and edit video and audio material
- use the basics of drama and analysis motion picture
- use different methods and tools of film narration
- handle basics of editing program and project management
- make an coherent, ready-to-distribute short film or video from the recorded material for various publishing channels



Part 2: Documentary film (10 ECTS) - Teacher: Vantte Lindevall

The course introduces the tradition, genres, modes and work process of documentary film. With the help of theory and practical exercises, we learn about the narrative methods of documentary film, moral and more deeply about the dramaturgy, shooting and audio recording equipment and editing software. The final project will be a documentary film.

The student can
- plan, screenwrite, shoot, record and edit video and audio material for a documentary film
- analyze the structure and dramaturgy of a documentary film
- use different methods and tools of film narration with justification
- make an coherent documentary film



Part 3: Unfinished Processes: Moving Image Workshop (5 ECTS) - Teacher: Henrik Edlund

The aim of the workshop-based course is to explore the use of moving image as a form of artistic expression. In this workshop we will focus intensively on our own artistic process, forgetting for a moment the pursuit of a finished result. The focus will be on experimentation and discussion, and on emphasising the value of the unfinished process, notes and sketches. The aim is to integrate thinking and written expression into filmmaking, using moving image, sound and text.
The course will start with a pre-assignment that participants will complete independently before the workshop begins. This task will set the base for the objectives of the course and help participants to prepare for an intensive and creative workshop.

The student can:
- choose a theme for a moving image art project 

- work with the project according to the set timelines and objectives 

- participate in the workshop as a member of a group 

- understand the characteristics of the genres of essay film and video art 

- reflect on the possibilities and limitations of their chosen artistic techniques and methods and their impact on expression and meaning

Assessment criteria

The assessment is based on the student's active participation in the lessons and the assignments completed.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

- Repeated absences from lessons and teaching situations
- Poor knowledge of the professional knowledge and skills relevant to the course
- Absence of key course assignments

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Ability to work according to instructions
- Can generate ideas for the implementation of the assignment
- Can identify and describe the main methods of the course in a guided manner
- Participates in a guided learning discussion
- Can search for professional information in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Is able to apply a wide range of options to his/her working process
- Can implement assignments in a guided and independent manner on the basis of their ideas and develop them on the basis of feedback
- Can independently identify and compare the methods used
- Can assess and justify competence and set objectives for development in terms of content and/or technology
- Able to follow and describe the professional debate in his/her field

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

- Can apply and develop a variety of options in their working process
- Can use what they have learned in a planned and creative way when carrying out assignments and apply feedback received
- Can apply the methods used and analyse their relationship to the task
- Able to assess, develop and extend content and/or technical competences
- Able to participate in professional debates in his/her field