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FMC211Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Films and Cinema Censorship

This course investigates the concept of censorship as a global phenomenon, exploring its historical roots and cultural impact. It examines the role of censorship in reinforcing, suppressing, and erasing cultural expressions across various media. Students will analyze censored films from around the world, focusing on the cultural wars surrounding sex, political ideology, gender, race, revolution, class, violence, and pleasure. The course aims to equip students with the ability to critique censorship and its effects.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
CensorshipFilmCultureMediaEthics

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Censorship

2

Media Censorship

3

History of Censorship

4

Censorship in Different Countries

5

Film Censorship

6

Culture and Censorship

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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Media Analyst

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Policy Advisor

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Cultural Affairs Officer

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Journalist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Film IndustryMedia and JournalismGovernment and Regulatory BodiesCultural OrganizationsAcademia

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Censorship

4h

Unit 1: Censorship

4 study hours
  • •Define censorship and its origin
  • •Discuss the different types of censorship
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1
Week
2

Module 1: Censorship

5h

Unit 2: Media Censorship

5 study hours
  • •Define media censorship
  • •Discuss censorship in different media outlets
  • •Evaluate media censorship
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 2
Week
3

Module 1: Censorship

5h

Unit 3: The Role Of Censorship In History And Culture

5 study hours
  • •Discuss censorship in relation to culture
  • •State the functions of censorship in society
  • •Critique censorship in relation to its roles
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 2
Week
4

Module 2: Censorship in Some Countries of the World

4h

Unit 1: Censorship Practise In Some Countries Of The World

4 study hours
  • •Describe censorship
  • •Situate censorship by country
  • •Examine censorship in relation to rights of people
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3
Week
5

Module 2: Censorship in Some Countries of the World

5h

Unit 2: Censorship In Nigeria

5 study hours
  • •State what censorship in Nigeria entails
  • •Describe press, military, film censorship
  • •State the criteria for licensing films by NFVCB
  • •Classify the activities of NFVCB in Nigeria
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 4
Week
6

Module 2: Censorship in Some Countries of the World

5h

Unit 3: Censorship And The Cinema

5 study hours
  • •Describe film censorship
  • •State the need for censorship
  • •Describe film rating
  • •Evaluate film based on rating
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 6
Week
7

Module 3: Censored Films

4h

Unit 1: Censored Films

4 study hours
  • •Review banned films
  • •Categorize banned films based on their types
  • •Evaluate the censorship of film in the present time
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 8
Week
8

Module 3: Censored Films

5h

Unit 2: Culture And Censorship

5 study hours
  • •Define culture
  • •Analyze cultural elements
  • •Evaluate censorship in film
  • •Critique film censorship
  • •Synthesize differences in culture
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 9
Week
9

Module 3: Censored Films

5h

Unit 3: Moral Responsibility In Artistic Expression

5 study hours
  • •Understand ethics
  • •Synthesize ethical rules into production
  • •Determine the attitude to project
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 12
Week
10

Module 1: Censorship

8h

Unit 1: Censorship

4 study hours
  • •Review all units in Module 1
  • •Revise key concepts and definitions
  • •Prepare for assignments

Unit 2: Media Censorship

4 study hours
  • •Review all units in Module 1
  • •Revise key concepts and definitions
  • •Prepare for assignments
Week
11

Module 2: Censorship in Some Countries of the World

8h

Unit 1: Censorship Practise In Some Countries Of The World

4 study hours
  • •Review all units in Module 2
  • •Revise key concepts and definitions
  • •Prepare for TMAs

Unit 2: Censorship In Nigeria

4 study hours
  • •Review all units in Module 2
  • •Revise key concepts and definitions
  • •Prepare for TMAs
Week
12

Module 3: Censored Films

8h

Unit 1: Censored Films

4 study hours
  • •Review all units in Module 3
  • •Revise key concepts and definitions
  • •Prepare for TMAs

Unit 2: Culture And Censorship

4 study hours
  • •Review all units in Module 3
  • •Revise key concepts and definitions
  • •Prepare for TMAs
Week
13

Module 3: Censored Films

8h

Unit 3: Moral Responsibility In Artistic Expression

8 study hours
  • •Comprehensive course review
  • •Focus on key concepts and definitions
  • •Final preparation for examination

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

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1

Create a timeline of key censorship events discussed in Unit 3 of Module 1

2

Compare and contrast censorship approaches in different countries (Module 2)

3

Develop arguments for and against censorship based on ethical principles (Module 3)

4

Review case studies of censored films and their cultural impact (Module 1 and Module 3)

5

Practice analyzing media articles and identifying potential censorship issues (all modules)

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