Module Details
Module Code: |
VISU C3G01 |
Module Title:
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Visual Language
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Title:
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Visual Language
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Module Level:: |
7 |
Module Coordinator: |
Eoin Homan
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Module Author:: |
Paula Mulroe
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Module Description: |
The aim of this module is to heighten the learners critical analysis of visual structure, qualities of design and visual storytelling. The learners will examine how lighting, cinematography, visual effects and visual structure, combine to create meaning.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of key concepts, theories and methodologies that have informed contemporary visual culture. |
LO2 |
Apply a range of skills and strategies of visual analysis in a variety of practical contexts and exercise discernment in such skills and application |
LO3 |
Illustrate and discuss the key elements of design and visual structure that generate meaning in the visual world. |
LO4 |
Recognise and practically apply relevant analytical elements to work in design and construction |
LO5 |
Explore the issues that impact the creative environment. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Narrative and storytelling
Approaches to filmmaking from Soviet Realism to gaming narratives. The process of writing through motion.
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Visual literacy and qualities of design
Understanding the qualities of emotive design and visual structure
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Visual Culture
Genre studies, auteur theory, realism and some further key theories.
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Audience
Representations, users motivations, actions and reactions and how visual language creates meaning for the audience.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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Reassessment Description Learners that fail but achieve a minimum final percentage of 30% in the module will be eligible for one or more of the following: Submit assignment, Re-submit components, Practical examination, Interview or Presentation.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Tutorial |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Bruce A. Block. (2020), The Visual Story, Taylor & Francis, p.297, [ISBN: 0240807790].
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Maria Pramaggiore,Tom Wallis. (2020), Film Fourth Edition, Laurence King Publishing, p.472, [ISBN: 9781786275776].
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Marita Sturken,Lisa Cartwright. (2017), Practices of Looking, Oxford University Press, USA, p.490, [ISBN: 9780190265717].
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Nicholas Mirzoeff (Editor). (2012), The Visual Culture Reader, Routledge, p.776, [ISBN: 0415782627].
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David Bordwell,Kristin Thompson,Jeff C. Smith. Film Art, [ISBN: 9781260565669].
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Blain Brown. (2016), Cinematography: Theory and Practice, Focal Press, p.440, [ISBN: 9781138940925].
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This module does not have any other resources |
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