Core Module Information
Module title: Film Narrative 1

SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: LMD07111
Module leader: Seán Martin
School School of Arts and Creative Industries
Subject area group: Screen and Performance
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

Description of module content:

Through short practical projects, you will study and develop skills and understanding of the range of techniques that are the essential elements of story telling (plot, character, dialogue and engaging an audience). You will learn how to stage action within the depth of the frame, and the importance of on / off screen space, pre-visualisation and the function of camera placement and movement in relation to narrative. You will also learn the basic principles of sound recording and ways to use audio content to contribute and enhance the narrative. You will practise skills in the narrative construction, script development, basic script layout and filming of a short scene.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Acquire an understanding of the main concepts and principles of narrative structure in film making.

LO2: Gain an appreciation of complex narrative ideas in well-structured and coherent practical filmic outcomes.

LO3: Develop an awareness of the main theories, concepts and principles involved in sound recording.

LO4: Collaborate effectively in the development and realisation of creative film projects, accounting for and responding to your own and others’ roles and responsibilities.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2023/4, Trimester 1, In Person, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Seán Martin
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)
Face To Face Seminar 30
Online Guided independent study 85
Online Project Supervision 85
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words
Project - Written 70 1~2~3~4 12 , WORDS= 0
Essay 30 1~2~3 13 , WORDS= 1000
Component 1 subtotal: 70
Component 2 subtotal: 30
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
LMD07111 Film Narrative 1