School for Studies in Art and Culture
(Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences)
423 St. Patrick's Bldg.
613-520-5606
http://carleton.ca/ssac/filmstudies
This section presents the requirements for programs in:
- Film Studies - B.A. Honours
- Film Studies - B.A. Combined Honours
- Film Studies - B.A. General
- Minor in Film Studies
Graduation Requirements
In addition to the requirements listed below, students must satisfy:
- the University regulations including the process of Academic Performance Evaluation (see the Academic Regulations of the University section of this Calendar),
- the Faculty regulations applying to all B.A. students including those relating to First-Year Seminars and Breadth requirements (see Academic Regulations for the Bachelor of Arts Degree ).
Students should consult with the School when planning their program and selecting courses.
Program Requirements
Film Studies
B.A. Honours (20.0 credits)
| A. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (9.0 credits) | ||
| 1. 4.5 credits in: | 4.5 | |
FILM 1000 [1.0] | Introduction to Film Studies | |
FILM 2000 [1.0] | Introduction to Film Theory and Analysis | |
FILM 2608 [1.0] | History of World Cinema | |
FILM 3505 [1.0] | Aspects of Film History and Theory | |
FILM 4001 [0.5] | Research and Critical Methodologies | |
| 2. 1.0 credit in FILM at the 3000-level | 1.0 | |
| 3. 1.5 credits in FILM at the 4000-level | 1.5 | |
| 4. 2.0 credits in FILM at the 2000-level or higher | 2.0 | |
| B. Credits Not Included in the Major CGPA (11.0 credits) | ||
| 5. 8.0 credits in electives not in FILM | 8.0 | |
| 6. 3.0 credits in free electives. | 3.0 | |
| Total Credits | 20.0 | |
Film Studies
B.A. Combined Honours (20.0 credits)
| A. Credits Included in the Film Studies Major CGPA (7.0 credits) | ||
| 1. 4.0 credits in: | 4.0 | |
FILM 1000 [1.0] | Introduction to Film Studies | |
FILM 2000 [1.0] | Introduction to Film Theory and Analysis | |
FILM 2608 [1.0] | History of World Cinema | |
FILM 3505 [1.0] | Aspects of Film History and Theory | |
| 2. 1.0 credit in FILM at the 2000-level or higher | 1.0 | |
| 3. 1.0 credit in FILM at the 3000-level or higher | 1.0 | |
| 4. 1.0 credit in FILM at the 4000-level | 1.0 | |
| B. Credits Not Included in the Film Studies Major CGPA (13.0 credits) | 13.0 | |
| 5. The requirements of the other discipline must be satisfied | ||
| 6. 5.0 credits not in film studies or the other discipline | ||
| 7. Sufficient free electives to total 20.0 credits for the program. | ||
| Total Credits | 20.0 | |
Film Studies
B.A. General (15.0 credits)
| A. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (6.0 credits) | ||
| 1. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
FILM 1000 [1.0] | Introduction to Film Studies | |
FILM 2608 [1.0] | History of World Cinema | |
| 2. 2.0 credits in FILM at the 2000-level or higher | 2.0 | |
| 3. 2.0 credits in FILM at the 3000-level | 2.0 | |
| B. Credits Not Included in the Major CGPA (9.0 credits) | ||
| 4. 7.0 credits in electives not in FILM | 7.0 | |
| 5. 2.0 credits in free electives. | 2.0 | |
| Total Credits | 15.0 | |
Minor in Film Studies (4.0 credits)
Open to all undergraduate degree students not in Film Studies programs.
| Requirements | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
FILM 1000 [1.0] | Introduction to Film Studies | |
FILM 2209 [1.0] | The Canadian Cinema | |
FILM 2608 [1.0] | History of World Cinema | |
| 2. 2.0 credits from: | 2.0 | |
FILM 2000 [1.0] | Introduction to Film Theory and Analysis | |
FILM 2101 [0.5] | The Film Industry | |
FILM 2106 [0.5] | The Documentary | |
FILM 2201 [0.5] | National Cinema | |
FILM 2209 [1.0] | The Canadian Cinema | |
FILM 2401 [0.5] | The Film Maker | |
FILM 2601 [0.5] | Film Genres | |
FILM 2608 [1.0] | History of World Cinema | |
| 3. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
FILM 3105 [0.5] | Questions of Documentary Practice | |
FILM 3206 [0.5] | Topics in American Cinema | |
FILM 3301 [0.5] | Topics in Cinema and Gender | |
FILM 3608 [0.5] | Topics in Film History | |
FILM 3505 [1.0] | Aspects of Film History and Theory | |
FILM 3701 [0.5] | Topics in Animation, Video, and Experimental Film | |
FILM 3209 [0.5] | Topics in Canadian Cinema | |
FILM 3808 [0.5] | Cinema and Technology | |
FILM 3901 [0.5] | Topics in Film Studies | |
| 4. The remaining requirements of the major discipline(s) and degree must be satisfied. | ||
| Total Credits | 4.0 | |
Film Studies (FILM) Courses
School of Art and Culture
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
FILM 1000 [1.0 credit]
Introduction to Film Studies
Introduction to the study of film that considers the nature of the medium, audience perception, historical and technical development of the cinema, and problems of theory and critical method. Focus on style and techniques; a period of film history; the filmmaker; and film genres.
Introduction to Film Studies
Introduction to the study of film that considers the nature of the medium, audience perception, historical and technical development of the cinema, and problems of theory and critical method. Focus on style and techniques; a period of film history; the filmmaker; and film genres.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, discussion one hour a week.
FILM 2000 [1.0 credit]
Introduction to Film Theory and Analysis
Introduction to major film theories and analytical practices. Focus on 1) Classical Film Theory, 2) Theories of the 1960s and 1970s, and 3) Contemporary Film Theory.
Introduction to Film Theory and Analysis
Introduction to major film theories and analytical practices. Focus on 1) Classical Film Theory, 2) Theories of the 1960s and 1970s, and 3) Contemporary Film Theory.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 1000 and second-year standing; or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 2101 [0.5 credit]
The Film Industry
The organization of the production, distribution and exhibition practices of various film industries. May include an examination of the relationship between a national film industry and its television industry.
The Film Industry
The organization of the production, distribution and exhibition practices of various film industries. May include an examination of the relationship between a national film industry and its television industry.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 1000 or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 2106 [0.5 credit]
The Documentary
An examination of the work of individual filmmakers, of documentary styles and of organizations and institutions in the context of the history of documentary film making, including documentaries made for television. Non-fiction films other than documentaries may be considered.
The Documentary
An examination of the work of individual filmmakers, of documentary styles and of organizations and institutions in the context of the history of documentary film making, including documentaries made for television. Non-fiction films other than documentaries may be considered.
Also listed as JOUR 2106.
Precludes additional credit for FILM 2105 (JOUR 2105).
Prerequisite(s): FILM 1000 or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Precludes additional credit for FILM 2105 (JOUR 2105).
Prerequisite(s): FILM 1000 or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 2201 [0.5 credit]
National Cinema
This course examines the film production of specific countries in order to determine the themes, the styles, and the character of a national cinema.
National Cinema
This course examines the film production of specific countries in order to determine the themes, the styles, and the character of a national cinema.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 1000 or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 2209 [1.0 credit]
The Canadian Cinema
A critical examination of Canadian cinema. The course relates the Canadian cinema to other aspects of Canadian culture, including television, and examines the conditions that have affected filmmaking in this country.
The Canadian Cinema
A critical examination of Canadian cinema. The course relates the Canadian cinema to other aspects of Canadian culture, including television, and examines the conditions that have affected filmmaking in this country.
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 2401 [0.5 credit]
The Film Maker
A detailed study of the themes, the characteristic style, development and influence of one or more directors.
The Film Maker
A detailed study of the themes, the characteristic style, development and influence of one or more directors.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 1000 or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 2601 [0.5 credit]
Film Genres
This course examines questions of generic form, drawing examples from world cinema.
Film Genres
This course examines questions of generic form, drawing examples from world cinema.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 1000 or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 2608 [1.0 credit]
History of World Cinema
Historical survey of world cinema, examining the forms, structures and stylistic conventions of various periods and nations. Attention is given to the development of a critical idiom suited to the description, analysis, and evaluation of film.
History of World Cinema
Historical survey of world cinema, examining the forms, structures and stylistic conventions of various periods and nations. Attention is given to the development of a critical idiom suited to the description, analysis, and evaluation of film.
Also listed as ENGL 2608.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 1000 or a 1000-level course in English.
Lecture and secreening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 1000 or a 1000-level course in English.
Lecture and secreening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 3105 [0.5 credit]
Questions of Documentary Practice
Theoretical implications of documentary film and documentary television practice.
Questions of Documentary Practice
Theoretical implications of documentary film and documentary television practice.
Also listed as JOUR 3105.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit in FILM at the 2000-level and third-year standing, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit in FILM at the 2000-level and third-year standing, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 3206 [0.5 credit]
Topics in American Cinema
Studies in various aspects of American cinema with emphasis on historical and critical issues.
Topics in American Cinema
Studies in various aspects of American cinema with emphasis on historical and critical issues.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit in FILM at the 2000-level and third year standing, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 3209 [0.5 credit]
Topics in Canadian Cinema
Studies in various aspects of Canadian cinema. Topics may vary from year to year.
Topics in Canadian Cinema
Studies in various aspects of Canadian cinema. Topics may vary from year to year.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit in FILM at the 2000-level and third-year standing, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 3301 [0.5 credit]
Topics in Cinema and Gender
A study of selected topics in gender and cinema with emphasis on critical and historical questions.
Topics in Cinema and Gender
A study of selected topics in gender and cinema with emphasis on critical and historical questions.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit in FILM at the 2000-level and third-year standing, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 3402 [0.5 credit]
Film Music
The use of music in film, from the silent era to the present day. Techniques, styles and theory of film music through the examination of selected scenes.
Film Music
The use of music in film, from the silent era to the present day. Techniques, styles and theory of film music through the examination of selected scenes.
FILM 3505 [1.0 credit]
Aspects of Film History and Theory
Building on the skills acquired in FILM 2000, this course provides a critical study of advanced film theories. Topics may include aesthetics, ideological criticism, reception studies, theories of technology and historiography.
Aspects of Film History and Theory
Building on the skills acquired in FILM 2000, this course provides a critical study of advanced film theories. Topics may include aesthetics, ideological criticism, reception studies, theories of technology and historiography.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 2000 and third-year standing, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
FILM 3608 [0.5 credit]
Topics in Film History
Studies of aspects of the history of world cinema. Topics will vary from year to year and may include the examination of film movements, styles and genres, and/or comparative study of national, regional and/or world-wide trends.
Topics in Film History
Studies of aspects of the history of world cinema. Topics will vary from year to year and may include the examination of film movements, styles and genres, and/or comparative study of national, regional and/or world-wide trends.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit in FILM and third year standing, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 3701 [0.5 credit]
Topics in Animation, Video, and Experimental Film
A study of selected topics in animation, video or experimental film.
Topics in Animation, Video, and Experimental Film
A study of selected topics in animation, video or experimental film.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit in FILM at the 2000-level or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 3801 [0.5 credit]
Audiovisual Practice
Practical and conceptual approaches to film studies from the point of view of production, using models of audiovisual practice.
Audiovisual Practice
Practical and conceptual approaches to film studies from the point of view of production, using models of audiovisual practice.
FILM 3808 [0.5 credit]
Cinema and Technology
The technological development of cinema. Topics may include advances in sound and colour processes, digital effects, exhibition technologies and new media.
Cinema and Technology
The technological development of cinema. Topics may include advances in sound and colour processes, digital effects, exhibition technologies and new media.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit in FILM at the 2000-level and third year standing, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 3901 [0.5 credit]
Topics in Film Studies
Selected topics and issues not ordinarily treated in the third-year course program.
Topics in Film Studies
Selected topics and issues not ordinarily treated in the third-year course program.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit in FILM at the 2000-level and third-year standing, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture one hour a week.
FILM 4001 [0.5 credit]
Research and Critical Methodologies
Study of various methodologies for critical, theoretical and historical research in film studies.
Research and Critical Methodologies
Study of various methodologies for critical, theoretical and historical research in film studies.
Precludes additional credit for FILM 4000.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 3505 and fourth-year standing in Film Studies, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture two hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 3505 and fourth-year standing in Film Studies, or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, lecture two hours a week.
FILM 4002 [0.5 credit]
Topics in Audio-Visual Culture
Selected aspects of the audio-visual cultures of the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
Topics in Audio-Visual Culture
Selected aspects of the audio-visual cultures of the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
Also listed as ACUL 4002.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 3505 and fourth-year standing in Film Studies, or permission of the Discipline.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 3505 and fourth-year standing in Film Studies, or permission of the Discipline.
Seminar three hours a week.
FILM 4201 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in National Cinemas
A study of a selected topic in national cinema.
Selected Topics in National Cinemas
A study of a selected topic in national cinema.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 3505 and fourth-year standing in Film Studies or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
FILM 4209 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Canadian Cinema
A study of selected topics in Canadian cinema.
Selected Topics in Canadian Cinema
A study of selected topics in Canadian cinema.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 3505 and fourth-year standing in Film Studies or permissions of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
FILM 4401 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Film Authorship
A study of questions of authorship in the cinema, concentrating on one or more filmmakers.
Selected Topics in Film Authorship
A study of questions of authorship in the cinema, concentrating on one or more filmmakers.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 3505 and fourth-year standing in Film Studies or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
FILM 4501 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Film Theory
A study of a selected topic in film theory.
Selected Topics in Film Theory
A study of a selected topic in film theory.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 3505 and fourth-year standing in Film Studies or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
FILM 4800 [0.5 credit]
Seminar in Film/Video Archival or Curatorial Practice
Selected topics in film/video archival or curatorial practice, including questions related to cultural policy, exhibition, conservation, and interrelationship of media. Students are expected to bear all travel and other costs arising from required visits to local facilities.
Seminar in Film/Video Archival or Curatorial Practice
Selected topics in film/video archival or curatorial practice, including questions related to cultural policy, exhibition, conservation, and interrelationship of media. Students are expected to bear all travel and other costs arising from required visits to local facilities.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing in Film Studies or permission of the Discipline.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
Lecture and screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
FILM 4805 [0.5 credit]
Practicum in Film and Film Studies
Practical experience through working on specific projects under the supervision of staff at a museum, gallery, archive, or production company in the Ottawa area. A maximum of 0.5 credit Film Studies practica courses may be offered in fulfilment of Film Studies requirements. Graded SAT/UNS.
Practicum in Film and Film Studies
Practical experience through working on specific projects under the supervision of staff at a museum, gallery, archive, or production company in the Ottawa area. A maximum of 0.5 credit Film Studies practica courses may be offered in fulfilment of Film Studies requirements. Graded SAT/UNS.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing in Film Studies and permission of the Discipline.
FILM 4806 [0.5 credit]
Practicum in Film and Film Studies
Practical experience through working on specific projects under the supervision of staff at a museum, gallery, archive, or production company in the Ottawa area. A maximum of 0.5 credit Film Studies practica courses may be offered in fulfilment of Film Studies requirements. Graded SAT/UNS.
Practicum in Film and Film Studies
Practical experience through working on specific projects under the supervision of staff at a museum, gallery, archive, or production company in the Ottawa area. A maximum of 0.5 credit Film Studies practica courses may be offered in fulfilment of Film Studies requirements. Graded SAT/UNS.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing in Film Studies and permission of the Discipline.
FILM 4807 [0.5 credit]
Practicum in Film and Film Studies
Practical experience through working on specific projects under the supervision of staff at a museum, gallery, archive, or production company in the Ottawa area. A maximum of 0.5 credit Film Studies practica courses may be offered in fulfilment of Film Studies requirements. Graded SAT/UNS.
Practicum in Film and Film Studies
Practical experience through working on specific projects under the supervision of staff at a museum, gallery, archive, or production company in the Ottawa area. A maximum of 0.5 credit Film Studies practica courses may be offered in fulfilment of Film Studies requirements. Graded SAT/UNS.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing in Film Studies and permission of the Discipline.
FILM 4901 [0.5 credit]
Special Topic
Selected topics in film studies not ordinarily available in the regular course program. The choice of topic or topics will vary at least every two years and will be announced well in advance of the registration period.
Special Topic
Selected topics in film studies not ordinarily available in the regular course program. The choice of topic or topics will vary at least every two years and will be announced well in advance of the registration period.
Prerequisite(s): FILM 3505 and fourth-year standing in Film Studies or permission of the Discipline.
Screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
Screening three hours a week, seminar two hours a week.
FILM 4905 [1.0 credit]
Independent Study
For students who wish to study a specific topic. Proposed projects must be approved by the Program Committee. Written request outlining the project must be submitted by the first day of fall term. An essay is the usual assignment.
Independent Study
For students who wish to study a specific topic. Proposed projects must be approved by the Program Committee. Written request outlining the project must be submitted by the first day of fall term. An essay is the usual assignment.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year Honours standing in Film Studies, a CGPA of 10.00 or better in Film Studies courses, and permission of the Discipline.
Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca
Not all courses listed are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for the current session and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca