BA (Hons) Film and Screen Studies Bachelor's degree at the University of Nottingham

This module will examine the historical development of the screen industries by focusing on key moments of change. Such moments may include (but not be limited to) changes in legal frameworks, institutional structures, technological affordances and creative norms. Through an interrogation of concepts such as 'innovation' and 'disruption', the module will track the sometimes-forgotten histories of screen media trends and ideas and ask what (if anything) can be considered 'new'. This may entail ex

Throughout your degree you will undertake a number of studio project modules which will help you recognise your status as a trainee researcher and allow you to develop vital skills in ethical academic study and research. In this first module, you will gain the skills you need for transitioning to university-level study. You will gain a sense of the importance of your chosen discipline, helping you understand appropriate choices for secondary sources for your essays and other coursework. By the e

This module builds on the skills introduced in 1A with a greater emphasis on applying and practicing these skills through a small group project on the theme of 'cultures of everyday life'. You will be introduced to a range of theories, approaches and techniques for understanding the dense fabric of our own lives and lived experiences, including aspects which often go unquestioned and taken for granted. You will be able to draw on your own observations and explore your own interests across the di

This module introduces you to methods for and critical debate about the analysis of visual, auditory, audio-visual, and textual representation across media, art and screen cultures. You will explore misrepresentation, narrative, and persuasive forms of content and storytelling. You will be introduced to a range of analytical skills and terminology to aid your understanding of the ways in which meaning is produced in different contexts and the instability of a single reading.

How is media produced and distributed? What enables and constrains an individual's agency during the processes of labour and production? In this module you will explore the production, distribution, and exhibition of media, art, screen, and creative texts. You will examine the political economy of the media and cultural and creative industries, in terms of access, ownership and power. You will explore established hierarchies and practices of institutions, markets, and organisations, as well as t

We live in culture and we communicate with each other every day, online and offline. What is communication? How is it shaped by culture? In this module you will explore the productive, ownership, circulation and consumption of media, art and screen culture beyond White, Anglophone and Western contexts. You will look at how cultures intersect and explore the ways in which these intersections can help us understand the nature of national, regional, and global media and industries. Through this mod

How can the arts help us think about health and cope with illness? What can the arts contribute to healthcare practice and policy? You will explore big questions like these, looking at how the arts can engage with the crucial issues in health today and build a better vision of health for the future. We will cover major themes including: Representing health - look critically at representations of good and poor health, found in politics, religion, art, film, literature, and philosophy. Mental heal

We live in a data-driven society. Information is used for everything from predicting our shopping habits, to understanding global weather patterns, and has radically changed our world. From the development of Artificial Intelligence to robotics and the use of 'big data', the capture and use of information is essential in modern society. To make sure these developments help solve problems, and are not used for harm, we need the arts and humanities to set boundaries and ask questions. You will: Ex

The digitisation of records and texts has revolutionised academic study. The ability to efficiently and confidently use data is a valuable skill for both your course and future career. On this module, you will: Learn the basics of data and 'text mining' (using search terms to explore large amounts of information) Develop your skills and apply them to case studies See how your work can highlight issues and solve problems Understand how data analysis allows us to create narratives that inspire and

Learn the basics of creating and editing audio and visual material. From podcasting, photo editing, photography, video editing and sound editing, you can work on how your digital skills can be used to communicate and inspire. You will be guided through a series of tutorials and examples where you can develop your skills and produce your own content. This work will be developed through examples and case studies from across the faculty, where audio and visual materials have been used by researcher

Epidemics and infectious illnesses have shaped our world. Most recently, the Coronavirus pandemic dramatically changed the way we work and socialise, with lasting effect. We will explore the past and present of infectious disease, including how cultures, religions, literature and art have been shaped by the interaction between humans and disease. You will learn about: The variety of human responses to sickness How ideas about illness are expressed across the world Drug resistant bacteria and mut

Our digital revolution has been led by the arts and humanities. From mobile apps to learn languages, to video tutorials on how to play an instrument, the use of digital platforms has transformed our disciplines. In an age defined by ecological issues, technological change and political upheaval across the world, it is the arts and humanities which provide vital links between the past, present and future. It is now more important than ever that we connect communities, challenge structures of powe