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2009-10 Undergraduate Catalog

Academic Learning Compact

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Film and Media Studies
Description of the Major
The interdisciplinary studies major in film and media studies provides you with knowledge of film in its diversity and through its techniques. You will learn film theory and criticism and implement these ideas in the practice of viewing and/or making films. You will also present ideas clearly and effectively in writing and/or in film/video format as an optional ability.

Additional information is available from your major's website.
Before Graduating You Must
  • Satisfactorily complete IDS 4906 Interdisciplinary Research Thesis (capping 7-12 credits of thesis research), graded according to department rubric.
  • Satisfy the Florida statutes for the College-Level Academic Skills Requirement.
  • Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.
Skills You Will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)
  1. Know film in its diversity and through its techniques.
  2. Know film theory and criticism, and implement these ideas in the practice of viewing and/or making films.
  3. Present ideas clearly and effectively in a well-argued essay.
  4. Optional ability to produce films in video format.

Courses Content Critical Thinking Communication
SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4
IDS 4906 X X X X
This is the only required course for this major (or equivalent with other prefixes). SLOs are met through this course and through preparation of material to write your thesis.

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