General Calendar 2000-2001
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UNIVERSITY OF
REGINA General Calendar 2000-2001 |
FILM 100 | FILM 240 | FILM 241 | FILM 248 | FILM 251 | FILM 345 | FILM 346 | FILM 350 | FILM 380-384 | FILM 390-395 | FILM 440 | FILM 480-485 | FILM 490 | FILM 491-495 | FILM 200 | FILM 201 | FILM 202 | FILM 203 | FILM 205 | FILM 208 | FILM 300 | FILM 301 | FILM 305 | FILM 306 | FILM 307 | FILM 310 | FILM 311 | FILM 385-389 | FILM 400 | FILM 401 | FILM 403 | FILM 411 | FILM 486-489 | FILM 496-499
FACULTY
D. Cross
C. Fox
R. Kerr
P. Mather (Campion)
E. Pain (Instructor)
S. Petty (Dept. Head)
C. Ramsay
D. Prohor (Lab Instructor)
The Department of Film and Video offers programs leading to the degrees of BA (film and video studies), BA Hons (film and video studies), and BFA (film and video production).
Requirements for each program are outlined under the separate heading for the specific area of study.
BA (FILM AND VIDEO STUDIES)
The general requirements for this degree are described on page 287.
To qualify for the BA degree in film and video studies, students must complete at least 120 credit hours as follows:
Credit Hours | |
Liberal Arts | |
2 English (100 and 110) |
6 |
1 Math/Logic |
3 |
3 Humanities ((one upper-level language course if the student has a Gr. XII language credit or two courses in the same language if the student does not have a Gr. XII language credit) |
9 |
1 Natural Science/Computer Science |
3 |
3 Social Sciences (one of which must be HIST 276) |
9 |
Fine Arts | |
4 Fine Arts (THEA 100, MU 100, ARTH 100, and one other) |
12 |
Film and Video Studies/English | |
7 Film and Video Studies (100, 200, 240, 241, 248, 251, and 345) |
21 |
4 Film and Video Studies (2 of which must be at the 300 level and 2 of which must be at the 400 level) |
12 |
4 English (251 and 3 of 252, 260,312-315, 316-318, 334-337, 338-341,352, 353, 391, 392, and 455-459) |
12 |
Electives | |
11 Open Electives |
33 |
Total |
120 |
SUGGESTED SEQUENCE OF COURSES FOR THE BA (FILM AND VIDEO STUDIES) ( ) = number of credit hours | |
SEMESTER 1
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SEMESTER 2
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SEMESTER 3
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SEMESTER 4
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SEMESTER 5
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SEMESTER 6
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SEMESTER 7
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SEMESTER 8
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Minor in Film and Video Studies
A minor in film and video studies must include:
1. Film 100, 200, 248, 345
2. two additional film studies (one must be at the 300-level)
Note: a minor in film and video production is not available.
BA HONS (FILM AND VIDEO STUDIES)
The general requirements for this degree are described on page 288.
To qualify for the BA Honours degree in film and video studies, students must complete at least 120 credit hours as follows:
Credit Hours | |
Liberal Arts | |
2 English (100 and 110) |
6 |
1 Math/Logic |
3 |
3 Humanities (one upper-level language course if the student has a Gr. XII language credit or two courses in the same language if the student does not have a Gr. XII language credit) |
9 |
1 Natural Science/Computer Science |
3 |
3 Social Sciences(one of which must be HIST 276) |
9 |
Fine Arts | |
4 Fine Arts (THEA 100, MU 100, ARTH 100 and one other) |
12 |
Film and Video Studies/English | |
7 Film and Video Studies 100, 200, 240, 241, 248, 251, and 345) |
21 |
4 Film and Video Studies (2 of which must be at the 300 level and 2 of which must be at the 400 level) |
12 |
4 English (251 and 3 of 252, 260, 312-315, 316-318, 334-337, 338-341, 352, 353, 391, 392, and 455-459) |
12 |
Electives | |
6 Open Electives |
18 |
Honours | |
2 Film and Video Studies (300 or 400 level) |
6 |
2 Film and Video Studies (400 level) |
6 |
1 Film and Video Studies (490) |
3 |
Total |
120 |
Note: Applications for the honours program must be submitted to the department head before the end of the third year and will be approved by September. Applications made in the Fall of the fourth year will not be considered. | |
BFA (FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION)
Insurance Fee
A general insurance fee of $50 per semester will be charged to all BFA (Film and Video Production) students in the second, third and fourth years of the BFA program.
To qualify for the BFA degree in film and video production, students must complete at least 120 credit hours as follows:
Credit Hours | |
Liberal Art | |
2 English (100 and 110) |
6 |
1 Math/Logic |
3 |
3 Humanities (one upper-level language course if the student has a Gr. XII language credit or two courses in the same language if the student does not have a Gr. XII language credit) |
9 |
1 Science (Physics or CS) |
3 |
1 Social Science |
3 |
Fine Arts | |
4 Fine Arts (THEA 100, MU 100, ARTH 100 and one other) |
12 |
Film & Video Studies | |
6 Film and Video Studies (100, 240, 241, 248, 251, and 345) |
18 |
4 Film and Video Studies (2 of which must be at the 300 level and 2 of which must be at the 400 level) |
12 |
Film & Video Production | |
7 Film & Video Production (200, 201, 202, 300, 301, 400, and 401) |
24 |
1 Film & Video Production (203, 205, or 208) |
3 |
4 Film and Video Production (2 of which must be at the 300 level and 2 of which must be at the 400 level) |
12 |
Electives | |
5 Open Electives |
15 |
Total |
120 |
Notes: All 100-level courses should be taken in the first two years of the degree program. Students wishing to proceed into the BFA program must have a minimum overall average of 75% in all film and video courses taken and an average 70% in all other courses and should apply in writing to the department office after completion of FILM 201. Admission will be by portfolio, interview, and grade average.
Except by permission of the department head, courses in semesters 1 through 4 must be completed before any semester 5 course is taken.
SUGGESTED SEQUENCE OF COURSES FOR BFA (FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION) DEGREE ( ) = number of credit hours | |
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FILM AND VIDEO STUDIES COURSES
FILM 100
The Art of Motion Pictures
3:3-0
An introduction to the art of motion pictures. The course will examine a representative selection of films covering the history of cinema and many of its basic aesthetic premises.
FILM 240
History of Film
3:3-0
This course concentrates on the evolution of the forms and themes of film from its origins to 1960, and on the changing relation of film to its social, cultural, and political contexts throughout this period.
Prerequisite: FILM 100
FILM 241
Contemporary Film
3:3-0
This course provides a critical and cross-cultural approach to developments in film since 1960.
Prerequisite: FILM 100
FILM 248
Film Theory and Aesthetics
3:3-0
The development of film theory and criticism from the silent period to the present. Major writings in silent film theory, montage theory, realism, auteurism, semiotics, psychoanalytic and spectatorship theories will be investigated.
Prerequisite: FILM 100
FILM 251
Traditions in Narrative
3:3-0
This course examines the parallels of narrative through an intensive look at oral and literary traditions and how they relate to contemporary media narrative forms.
Prerequisite: FILM 100
FILM 345
Canadian Cinema
3:3-0
Examines Canadian cinema from early work of the National Film Board to present-day international feature co-production. Treats the development of Québec cinema and the films of many Canadian directors.
Prerequisite: FILM 248
FILM 346
Critical Issues in Television
3:3-0
This course explores selected critical issues in television. Gives concentrated focus to key theoretical concepts in media and cultural studies.
Prerequisite: FILM 248
FILM 350
The Art of Film Directors
3:3-0
Examines the work of no more than two directors, with particular attention given to style, historical and cultural influences on the filmmaker, and the manner in which the work has influenced others.
Prerequisites: FILM 248 and one other 200-level film and video studies course
FILM 380-384
Selected Topics
Alternate Credit: 1.5-3 hours
Courses designed as required for groups of senior undergraduates. The following topics, or others, may be offered from time to time: women and film, third world film, montage aesthetics, post-war Italian film, French new wave and after, new German cinema, East European cinema, British cinema since 1945, etc.
Prerequisite: Permission of department head.
FILM 390-395
Directed Study
3:0-3
Supervised reading and research designed for individual students in either third or fourth year.
Prerequisite: Third year standing and permission of department head.
FILM 440
Seminar in Film Authorship
3:0-3
An in-depth examination of the films or videotapes of a major director. The choice of director will vary from semester to semester and may be from any film or video tradition.
Prerequisite: Any 300-level film and video studies course
FILM 480-485
Seminars in Special Topics
Alternate Credit: 1.5-3 hours
Advanced seminars that will give concentrated focus to such topics as national cinemas, women and film, issues in film theory, etc.
Prerequisite: Any 300-level film and video studies course
FILM 490
Research Methods
3:0-3
Seminar open to students completing an honours concentration in film and video studies. Students will be expected to present a clear timetable and discuss thesis work in seminars throughout the term.
Prerequisite: Admission to honours program.
FILM 491-495
Directed Study for Senior Honours Students
3:0-3
Supervised reading and research designed as required for individual students.
Prerequisites: Film 490 and permission of department head.
FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION COURSES
FILM 200
Introduction to Film and Video
3:0-4.5
The course explores the differences between the photographic, film, video, and audio processes. Students will also study the characteristics of the media through assignments, exercises, and screenings.
Prerequisite: FILM 100 and permission of department head.
Materials Fee: $100.00.
Insurance Fee: $25.00
FILM 201
Production I
3:0-4.5
An introduction to production using professional cameras and recorders, and an introduction to 16 mm film editing.
Prerequisites: FILM 200 and 248, and permission of department head.
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 202
Production II
3:0-4.5
A continuation of FILM 201 with exercises emphasizing technique and grammar relating to film and video; practical experience in the various media.
Prerequisite: A passing grade in FILM 201 in the semester immediately preceding.
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 203
Animation
3:0-4.5
The basic principles and techniques of non-cel animation. Includes technical knowledge and operational skills of the animation camera and study of a variety of animation techniques such as cut-out, silhouette, model, and puppet.
Prerequisite: FILM 100
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 205
Introduction to Still Photography
3:0-4.5
Using basic photographic techniques, students will be led to an awareness of the photographic image as art form and as social document.
Prerequisite: FILM 200
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 208
Introduction to Digital Media
3:0-4.5
This course will be an overview of the processes involved with creating interactive multi-media projects. Students will study and analyze current documents and through exercises create short multi-media presentations.
Prerequisite: FILM 200
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 300
Production III
6:0-4.5
A course designed to create an awareness of the aesthetics of film and video, giving students the opportunity to gain experience in the planning and shooting aspects of production.
Prerequisites: FILM 202 and permission of department head.
Materials Fee: $150.00
FILM 301
Production IV
3:0-4.5
A continuation of FILM 300, emphasizing development and pre-production processes leading to the production of one or more major projects. Explores the integration of the two media.
Prerequisite: A passing grade in FILM 300 in the semester immediately preceding.
Materials Fee: $150.00
FILM 305
Film and Video Imaging
3:0-3
A study of the electronic and photochemical process involved in film and video. A study of lighting techniques. Exercises in both media.
Prerequisite: FILM 205
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 306
Post-Production
3:0-3
A study of post-production processes and techniques in film and video production.
Prerequisite: FILM 202
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 307
Sound Recording and Editing
3:0-3
A study of the sound processes involved in film and video production. Exercises will be done to acquire skills relating to manipulation of sound in the media.
Prerequisite: Admission to third-year film courses.
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 310
Writing for Film
3:0-3
A workshop course that will introduce the student to the fundamentals of writing for the screen.
Prerequisite: ENGL 252
FILM 311
Photography as Visual Communications
3:0-4.5
Based on the relationship between photographic process and content. The class will incorporate traditional photographic materials as well as computer imaging, collage, text and whatever other necessary means to broaden the vocabulary of visual imaging.
Prerequisite: FILM 205
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 385-389
Selected Topics
Alternate Credit: 1.5-3 hours
Courses designed as required for groups of senior undergraduates.
Prerequisite: Permission of department head.
Materials Fee: A materials fee of up to $100.00 may be required.
FILM 400
Production V
3:0-4.5
Introduction to advanced production including research, script development, and videotape production.
Prerequisites: FILM 301 and permission of department head.
Materials Fee: $175.00
FILM 401
Production VI
3:0-4.5
A continuation of FILM 400. A fourth-year course in which students will produce a major production.
Prerequisite: A passing grade in FILM 400 in the semester immediately preceding.
Materials Fee: $175.00
FILM 403
Producing for Film and Video
3:0-3
An examination of the creative, organizational, and managerial roles of the producer.
Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 411
Directing
3:0-3
This course gives concentrated focus to the director's role and working relationship with actors, crew, script, etc. throughout the production process.
Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing
Materials Fee: $100.00
FILM 486-489
Selected Production Topics
Alternate Credit: 1.5-3 hours
Advanced selected topics related to the production program.
Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing in Film and Video or permission of department head.
Materials Fee: A materials fee of up to $100.00 may be required.
FILM 496-499
Senior Directed Studies
Variable Credit: 1-6 hours
Supervised reading and research designed for individual students in either third or fourth year.
Prerequisite: Permission of department head.
Materials Fee: $150.00
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