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Core Module Information
Module title: Narrative Voices and Perspectives
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: LMD11804
Module leader: Sana Bilgrami
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:

In this module you will explore your own creative voice and perspective as a documentary film practitioner. The module explores different creative approaches to film practice, and focuses specifically on non-fiction forms, such as documentary, experimental, immersive and hybrid. You will research a range of techniques and approaches to storytelling and creative visualisation. You will develop a critical understanding of the aesthetic, social, ethical and philosophical ideas underpinning different approaches to storytelling. You will acquire skills to present your own creative ideas and discover your authorial 'voice' in diverse contexts and media.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically engage with in-depth multi-faceted research necessary for developing a film project.

LO2: Critically explore a wide understanding of different storytelling techniques.

LO3: Debate and defend your cinematic ideas and your intended approach and perspectives.

LO4: Appraise voice and perspective in cinematic contexts.

LO5: Critically reflect on your creative choices.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, Online (fully o,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Online (fully o
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
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Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Sana Bilgrami
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Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Independent Learning Seminar 22 These sessions provide an opportunity to discuss and present research progress, idea development, storytelling techniques and approaches, and for students to receive feedback from their tutors and peers.
Online Guided independent study 164 Students research a subject of their choice and develop a cinematic project proposal in which they consider their creative approach to story, image, sound and other aspects.
Independent Learning Lecture 14 Different staff members will share their ongoing research and film approaches through lectures, inspiring students to develop their own voice and approach.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Portfolio 100 1~2~3~4~5 Week 13 , WORDS= 4000 words A portfolio of research and creative work containing visual and written elements in response to specific briefs. Your portfolio will include evidence of research on documentary film history and theory, analysis of storytelling techniques, and the development of creative audio/visual and narrative approaches in your documentary film practice.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

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