50212 Film and Video Drama
8cpRequisite(s): 50117 Media Arts and Production 2 OR 50248 Media Arts and Production 2
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.
Professional Strand – Media Arts and Production – 200 level
Subject coordinator: Gregory Ferris
This subject explores the role of the director in narrative drama. Introductory seminars, in-class and out-of-class exercises, and practical workshops are designed to develop students' skills as drama directors. Through a focus on visual storytelling, performance and script analysis, the subject explores techniques to elicit performance and determine visual style and coverage relevant to dramatic scenes.
Assessment: Students are required to complete 5 assessment items which involve both in-class and out-of-class work. All assessment tasks require collaboration with other students in small groups. Self and peer assessment will be used in moderating group marks to individual marks. All components of each assessment item must be completed to a satisfactory level.
Typical availability
Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus
Detailed subject description.
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $866.83
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $3,200.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.167Access conditions
Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.
