Subject description

Documentary is one of the most exciting growth areas in contemporary cinema. This subject introduces key traditions and innovative forms of documentary film making from across the world. We focus on documentaries that address social justice issues and explore different ways of making an important issue compelling to audiences. The … For more content click the Read More button below.

Equivalence

CAOS205 - New Documentary

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Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Articulate an understanding of traditions and divergent modes of socially engaged documentary practice
2.
Demonstrate the ability to develop and pitch a documentary project in order to secure funding or support
3.
Consolidate fluency in video skills and techniques through the production of self-directed and collaborative documentary projects

Assessment details

Project: Interview
Presentation: Pitch
Short Documentary

Work integrated learning

Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.

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