PR3021 Modern Iran through Cinema

Academic year

2024 to 2025 Semester 1

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Key module information

SCOTCAT credits

15

The Scottish Credit Accumulation and Transfer (SCOTCAT) system allows credits gained in Scotland to be transferred between institutions. The number of credits associated with a module gives an indication of the amount of learning effort required by the learner. European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits are half the value of SCOTCAT credits.

SCQF level

SCQF level 9

The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.

Planned timetable

Seminars Tues. 11am-1pm, Screenings Wed. 3-5pm

This information is given as indicative. Timetable may change at short notice depending on room availability.

Module coordinator

Dr S Talajooy

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Module Staff

To be arranged

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Module description

This module introduces students to the study of cinema as a mode of representation of social history by offering a social overview of cinema in Iran since the 1960s. Looking at films as a mirror reflecting the society, this module will offer a chronological history of Iranian cinema while also addressing changes in Iranian society. Students will be given a reading list to complement the lectures, the contents of which will provide a basis for seminar discussions. There will be one film screening per week accompanying the lectures and students will be encouraged to develop their own critical approach through seminars and discussions. No knowledge of Persian is required for this module, but students with a knowledge of Persian will be given access to Persian language material where appropriate.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisites

HONOURS ENTRY INTO PERSIAN, OR OTHERWISE WITH THE PERMISSION OF THE HEAD OF SCHOOL

Assessment pattern

Coursework = 100%

Re-assessment

Coursework = 100%

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact

Our classes are all combinations of lectures, seminars and language practice. So they can be delivered online or in person depending on the conditions.