Films and Cinema Censorship
- Social Sciences
- 200 level
- 3 credit units
- 74 pages
- 8 units
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.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 156 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assessments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of FMC211, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
FMC211 · UNIT 2: MEDIA CENSORSHIP
Military censorship refers to the process of keeping military intelligence and tactics secret and out of the hands of the enemy. This is employed in the fight against espionage. For example during war, military personnel at the war front are not expected to disclose their locations in letters or calls, to prevent the enemy from gaining tactical information through them.
What you should be able to do
- Define censorship and its various forms
- Analyze the historical and cultural contexts of censorship
- Evaluate the impact of censorship on media and society
- Compare censorship practices across different countries
- Critique ethical considerations in artistic expression
- Apply cultural relativism to understand censorship debates
What it prepares you for
- Film Critic
- Media Analyst
- Policy Advisor
- Cultural Affairs Officer
- Journalist
- Film Industry
- Media and Journalism
- Government and Regulatory Bodies
- Cultural Organizations
- Academia
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Censorship in Some Countries of the World
Unit 2: Censorship In Nigeria
Understanding the nuances of press censorship requires analyzing historical events and political contexts, demanding critical thinking and research skills.
- Module 3: Censored Films
Unit 2: Culture And Censorship
Analyzing the interplay between cultural values and censorship decisions requires understanding diverse cultural perspectives and ethical considerations.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 74 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Censorship
Unit 1: Censorship · 4 hours
Define censorship and its origin. Discuss the different types of censorship. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 1.
- Week 2Module 1: Censorship
Unit 2: Media Censorship · 5 hours
Define media censorship. Discuss censorship in different media outlets. Evaluate media censorship. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 2.
- Week 3Module 1: Censorship
Unit 3: The Role Of Censorship In History And Culture · 5 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 4Module 2: Censorship in Some Countries of the World
Unit 1: Censorship Practise In Some Countries Of The World · 4 hours
Describe censorship. Situate censorship by country. Examine censorship in relation to rights of people. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 3.
- Week 5Module 2: Censorship in Some Countries of the World
Unit 2: Censorship In Nigeria · 5 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 6Module 2: Censorship in Some Countries of the World
Unit 3: Censorship And The Cinema · 5 hours
Describe film censorship. State the need for censorship. Describe film rating. Evaluate film based on rating. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 6.
- Week 7Module 3: Censored Films
Unit 1: Censored Films · 4 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 8Module 3: Censored Films
Unit 2: Culture And Censorship · 5 hours
Define culture. Analyze cultural elements. Evaluate censorship in film. Critique film censorship. Synthesize differences in culture. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 9.
- Week 9Module 3: Censored Films
Unit 3: Moral Responsibility In Artistic Expression · 5 hours
Understand ethics. Synthesize ethical rules into production. Determine the attitude to project. Complete Self-Assessment Exercise 12.
- Week 10Module 1: Censorship
Unit 1: Censorship · 4 hours
Review all units in Module 1. Revise key concepts and definitions. Prepare for assignments.
Unit 2: Media Censorship · 4 hours
Review all units in Module 1. Revise key concepts and definitions. Prepare for assignments.
- Week 11Module 2: Censorship in Some Countries of the World
Unit 1: Censorship Practise In Some Countries Of The World · 4 hours
Review all units in Module 2. Revise key concepts and definitions. Prepare for TMAs.
Unit 2: Censorship In Nigeria · 4 hours
Review all units in Module 2. Revise key concepts and definitions. Prepare for TMAs.
- Week 12Module 3: Censored Films
Unit 1: Censored Films · 4 hours
Review all units in Module 3. Revise key concepts and definitions. Prepare for TMAs.
Unit 2: Culture And Censorship · 4 hours
Review all units in Module 3. Revise key concepts and definitions. Prepare for TMAs.
- Week 13Module 3: Censored Films
Unit 3: Moral Responsibility In Artistic Expression · 8 hours
Comprehensive course review. Focus on key concepts and definitions. Final preparation for examination.
Preparing for the exam
- Create a timeline of key censorship events discussed in Unit 3 of Module 1
- Compare and contrast censorship approaches in different countries (Module 2)
- Develop arguments for and against censorship based on ethical principles (Module 3)
- Review case studies of censored films and their cultural impact (Module 1 and Module 3)
- Practice analyzing media articles and identifying potential censorship issues (all modules)
Questions students ask about this course
What is FMC211 about?
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.
How many units does FMC211 have?
FMC211, Films and Cinema Censorship, has 8 units across 3 modules, over 74 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is FMC211?
FMC211 carries 3 credit units, at 200 level in Social Sciences.
Is FMC211 hard?
FMC211 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does FMC211 take to study?
About 156 hours of study, spread across its 8 units.
How is FMC211 assessed?
FMC211 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments and Final Examination.
What can I do with FMC211?
Film Critic, Media Analyst, Policy Advisor, Cultural Affairs Officer and Journalist.