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FMC113Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

History Of Film And Cinema

This course, History of Film and Cinema, is designed for undergraduate students in Film Production. It explores the historical development of filmmaking, from its origins to contemporary trends. Students will learn about the evolution of film technology, significant figures in film history, and the growth of cinema across different regions, including Africa and Nigeria. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the historical context that shapes modern film production.

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60h

Study Time

13

Weeks

5h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Film HistoryCinemaOptical IllusionHollywoodNollywood

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

📚

Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

History of Film

2

Optical Illusion

3

World Cinema

4

Hollywood Cinema

5

African Cinema

6

Nigerian Cinema

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Film Critic

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Film Historian

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Archivist

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Film Curator

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Film Programmer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Film ProductionFilm ArchivingFilm EducationFilm CriticismCultural Studies

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Unpacking Concepts of Film, History and Optical Illusion

2h

Unit 1: The Concepts of History and Film

2 study hours

•Read about the evolution of film as an art form.
•Understand the technologies used by early inventors.
•Define key concepts: history and film.

Week

2

Module 1: Unpacking Concepts of Film, History and Optical Illusion

2h

Unit 2: Origin of Films – Optical Illusion/Principles

2 study hours

•Explore the principles of persistence of vision and phi phenomenon.
•Understand how these principles contribute to the illusion of motion in film.
•Discuss the application of optical principles in film.

Week

3

Module 2: History of World Cinema

2h

Unit 1: Prehistory of Cinema

2 study hours

•Discuss the role of photography in the invention of cinema.
•Understand the contributions of early inventors.
•Explore different kinds of early motion picture cameras.

Week

4

Module 2: History of World Cinema

2h

Unit 2: Hollywood Cinema

2 study hours

•Explain the connection between Hollywood as a place and the American film industry.
•Discuss the emergence of Nickelodeons.
•Explore the silent film era.

Week

5

Module 2: History of World Cinema

2h

Unit 3: History of African Cinema

2 study hours

•Discuss the circumstances under which film came to Africa.
•Understand the representation of Africans in early Western films.
•Explore the mission of Bantu Educational Kinema Experiment (BEKE).

Week

6

Module 2: History of World Cinema

2h

Unit 4: History of Nigerian Cinema

2 study hours

•Discuss the beginnings of film in Nigeria.
•Understand the role of the British government in film development.
•Explore the pioneers of film in Nigeria.

Week

7

Module 1: Unpacking Concepts of Film, History and Optical Illusion

3h

Unit 1: Review of Module 1

3 study hours

•Review Module 1 Units 1-2
•Complete TMA questions for Module 1

Week

8

Module 2: History of World Cinema

3h

Unit 2: Review of Module 2

3 study hours

•Review Module 2 Units 1-2
•Complete TMA questions for Module 2

Week

9

Module 2: History of World Cinema

3h

Unit 3: Review of Module 2

3 study hours

•Review Module 2 Units 3-4
•Complete TMA questions for Module 2

Week

10

Module 2: History of World Cinema

4h

Unit 4: Assignment Preparation

4 study hours

•Prepare for assignments
•Revise all course materials

Week

11

Module 2: History of World Cinema

4h

Unit 5: Examination Preparation

4 study hours

•Prepare for examination
•Revise all course materials

Week

12

Module 2: History of World Cinema

4h

Unit 6: Final Revision

4 study hours

•Final revision of all modules and units
•Focus on key concepts and definitions

Week

13

Module 2: History of World Cinema

4h

Unit 7: Final Preparations

4 study hours

•Complete all outstanding assignments
•Review all TMAs and feedback

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

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1

Create timelines of key events in film history from Units 1-4.

2

Compare and contrast Hollywood, African, and Nigerian cinema.

3

Focus on the contributions of key figures like Edison, Lumiere, and Sembene.

4

Review optical principles and their application in early cinema.

5

Practice essay questions on the evolution of Nollywood and its impact.

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