University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 10

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm Tue (Screenings: 7.00 pm - 9.30 pm Mon)

This module offers an introduction to feminist film studies - history and theory whilst addressing questions of representation, aesthetics, ideology, and politics as related to gender and intersecting identities. We will explore what makes a particular film or media practice feminist, and what role media production, distribution, and exhibition have in the process. How do media - images and practice - participate in and/or resist dominant ideas? And in what ways do feminist film studies challenge our received knowledge of film and media theory to date? 

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass FM2001 and pass FM2002

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2-hour seminar plus screening.

Scheduled learning hours: 50

Guided independent study hours: 250

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Take Home Examination (48-hour slot) = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr L E F Torchin
Module teaching staff: Dr L Torchin, Dr L Donaldson, Dr P Flaig