Film Studies and English Literature - UH-000460

The University of Huddersfield seeks and encourages applicants in order to widen participation, improve access and apply the principles of equal opportunities.  We provide support for applicants who require additional assistance in order to select the right course of study and make a successful transition to studying at University.  We encourage local, national and international applications.  Further information for International Students can be found on: <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/international">http://www.hud.ac.uk/international</a>
 
If you were educated outside the UK, you are required to have International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at a score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in any single component. If you have alternative qualifications or do not meet the IELTS requirement we also offer a range of <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/international/pre-sessionalenglishprogramme/">Pre-Sessional English Programmes.</a>

UH-000460 - Film Studies and English Literature

Intermediate Core

Intermediate Optional

Intermediate Compulsory

Intermediate Level

Honours Core

Honours Optional

Honours Compulsory

Honours Level

Foundation Compulsory

Foundation Core

Foundation Optional

Foundation Level

Sandwich Year Out Optional

Sandwich Year Out

Structure

Bachelor of Arts

Diploma of Higher Education

Certificate of Higher Education

Ability to exercise independent critical analysis and reflection of analytical, creative and technical processes of analysis and production specific to the medium or media reflecting the focus of their course 

Assess personal strengths and weaknesses as part of the process of PDP 

Systematically collate and order information collate, and to develop ideas and cogently expressed through different textual forms 

Use a variety of computer-based skills including competences in one or more of the following fields: data analysis (including CAQDAS), digital methods (including qualitative and quantitative tools) and digital and screen production (including editing, budgeting and scheduling software) 

An understanding of carrying out research and analysis of media industries, technologies users and content in a variety of forms involving sustained independent and critical enquiry. 

An understanding of the legal, ethical and other regulatory frameworks relevant to the creative industries. 

A critical understanding of concepts, approaches, theories, and thinkers in the interplay of culture, media, technologies (of production, distribution and reception) and society, with a particular focus on popular culture, consumer and commercial culture, and entertainment 

Work independently and flexibly demonstrating self-direction 

Demonstrate problem solving project management and delivery skills 

Communicate through a range of media and platforms in content creation, accounting the significance of both texts and paratexts in contemporary media ecologies 

An understanding and appreciation of historical development of forms of mediated communication including film, television and online media 

Knowledge of structures of funding and commissioning in sectors of the creative industries relevant to specific programmes including those specific to processes of media convergence participatory culture and platformisation. 

An understanding of how work is organised in the creative industries. 

An understanding of processes of content production of sound, image, text and moving image in screen, broadcast or online media and appreciation of and capacity to achieve industry standards 

Undertake systematic, independent research employing appropriate methods 

Produce creative, analytical and technical work in in a self-directed manner 

An understanding – and capacity to reflect on applications and limits – of pertinent research methods including quantitative, qualitative or emergent digital research methods. 

Use knowledge and understanding of communication, culture and media to critically assess of existing media systems and their premises and consequences with particular regard to their role in processes of democratic participation and citizenship 

The capacity to critically assess and reflect one’s own creative, technical and analytical work through and understanding of the conceptual and methodological canon in the study of media and communication 

A comprehension and appreciation of the context and consequences of the emergence of media convergence and the role of participatory media in production, dissemination and reception of mediated content. 

command of critical terminology and bibliographic skills appropriate to the field of study.

Anticipate and respond to changing professional demands and opportunities in a digital world 

Communicate effectively in interpersonal contexts 

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<li>The Student Panel meets a minimum of twice a year and matters of concern are reported to the Course Committee.</li>
<li>The University strongly encourages student representation on all major committees within the University.</li>
<li>Staff Appraisals: Staff development priorities in the University are based on achieving excellence in learning, teaching and scholarship.</li>
<li>Course and module evaluation questionnaires are distributed annually to students; the results are considered by Course Committee and reported to the Annual Evaluation Committee.</li>
<li>School Teaching and Learning Committee.</li>
<li>Peer Observation of Teaching.</li>
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UAH0000048

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<li>The Subject area of Media, Journalism and Film was reviewed in Summer and Autumn 2020.</li>
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<li>NSS : All  Courses within the overall suite provided by the subject area respond to the annual  National Student Survey results by adapting to the needs of students. This process occurs at both module and course level.</li>
<li>Quality Assurance Agency Institutional Audit 2010. </li>
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Please note:  This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the course and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.  More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the study module guide and course handbook.  The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed by the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for HE.
 
Key sources of information about the course can be found in:
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<li><a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk/">http://www.hud.ac.uk/</a></li>
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Additional sources of information: Course Handbook, Module Handbooks (hard copies and on the University’s VLE)

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<li>Each student enrolling on a course will be allocated a personal tutor who will normally retain pastoral responsibility for that student throughout the course.  Personal tutors are responsible for reviewing the academic progress of a student and for offering advice and support on academic and non-academic matters.  Where professional help seems advisable, tutors can refer a student to the University Student Services.</li>
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<li>The personal tutor is also responsible for administering Personal Development Planning (PDP) for his/her tutees. The provision of PDP at undergraduate level is adapted to the 2004 QAA Code of Practice for the Assurance of Academic Quality and Standards in Higher Education, which provides students with ‘appropriate opportunities for personal and professional development’, and that institutions provide for the identification, regular review and recording of each student’s development needs. PDP is embedded into modules at Foundation level, Intermediate level, and honours level.</li>
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<li>Module tutors are responsible for monitoring students’ performance and attendance, and systems are in place for reporting problems in either so that Year Tutors and/or the Course Leader are alerted to causes of concern.</li>
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<li>All students on the course are provided with a Course Handbook, updated annually, which gives all relevant information on the course, and includes key regulations and advice on the presentation of coursework.  Students also receive a module handbook for each module which provides a schedule of work for the year, details about assessment requirements, details of essay titles (where relevant) or of other tasks, and suggestions for detailed and background reading.  The content of module handbooks is also available on the University’s VLE, where it is augmented with further information and source materials. All students are encouraged to make appointments for individual tutorials with the Academic Skills Tutors.</li>
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Equal Opportunities
In admitting students, and in teaching and assessing them, the course operates in conformity with the University and School of Arts and Humanities policies on equal opportunities.

This course is run from the School of Arts and Humanities which has dedicated Academic Skills Tutors who deliver a range of skills based sessions on academic skills, writing, language and research. You will also be supported by our student guidance team on non-academic related matters.
The School operates a Personal Academic Tutor System (PATS) which provides you with access to a personal tutor. This system is designed to give you’ academic and pastoral support. Your Personal Academic Tutor may also refer you for specialist support and assessment e.g. for dyslexia.
Across the School’s facitlities you can access excellent a wide range of industry standard software, equipment and specialist workshops resource and school technicians to support a breadth of digital and physical fabrication methods.