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Television and Platform Studies

Key information

  • Module code:

    5AAIC003

  • Level:

    5

  • Semester:

      Autumn

  • Credit value:

    15

Module description

This module will introduce students to the key concepts and main approaches to looking at TV content on television and online, including history, policy, and the analytical study of content. This involves (a) the analysis of different forms of screen culture and the ramifications of technological change and policy on contemporary practice including commissioning, development, branding, production and distribution; (b) the classification of screen content according to genre and the development of ‘hybrid’ or ‘new’ genres; and (c) an introduction to the industrial context with an opportunity for students to reflect on some of the main approaches to the study of screen content, including the theories and concepts that can be applied to allow better understanding to inform practice. The module will look at the development of screen content in many parts of the world, and students will also be introduced to the concept and practice of global content in line with the growing trend towards transnational ownership and programme formats.

Assessment details

Coursework weighted at 100% - 3,000-word essay

Educational aims & objectives

This module aims to: 

  • Identify the industrial, social, policy and historical contexts in which televisual content is produced and circulated in the 21st century.

  • Critically evaluate a range of conceptual and theoretical perspectives for the analysis of televisual content.

  • Formulate appropriate strategies for research that reflect understanding of the institutional practices of television content production.

  • Apply knowledge of the expertise required in creating ideas based on an understanding of current industry practice.

  • Communicate and engage productively and reflectively both individually and in groups.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to demonstrate their ability to: 

  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the different contexts in which televisual content is produced and circulated.

  • Identify and critically evaluate conceptual and theoretical perspectives for the analysis of television content.

  • Apply research strategies to written work that reflects understanding of the institutional practices of television content production.

  • Demonstrate the skills necessary to create ideas based on an understanding of contemporary industries.

  • Undertake oral and written work and engage productively and reflectively in teamwork.

Teaching pattern

Ten one-hour lectures and ten one-hour seminars

Subject areas

Department

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