TALLINN UNIVERSITY Study programme form

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1 TALLINN UNIVERSITY Study programme form 1. Title of the study programme AUDIOVISUAALNE MEEDIA: TELEVISIOON/DOKUMENTAALFILM 2. Title of the study programme in English 3. Study level Master's studies 4. Study form(s) 5. Educational institution TALLINN UNIVERSITY 6. Study programme volume (ECTS credit) AUDIOVISUAL MEDIA: TELEVISION/DOCUMENTARY FILM Nominal duration of study 2 years 8. Study programme group arts 9. Study programme code in EHIS 10. The curator of the study programme Riho Västrik 11. Language(s) of instruction English 12. Other languages needed to achieve learning outcomes 13. First registration of the study programme As an additional requirement students must achieve the C1 level in English according to the European Language Map Conditions of admission Bachelor s degree, diploma of applied higher education or equivalent qualification, proficiency in English at the level of an Independent User (the B level of the Common European Framework of Reference) and passing the entrance examination. 15. Main field(s) of study and their volume (ECTS credit) 16. Minor field(s) of study, other possible specialisations and their volume (ECTS credit) 17. Study programme objectives 18. of the study programme Television 106 ECTS Documentary Film 108 ECTS - The curriculum is, first and foremost, intended for active and open-minded people having prior education and work experience in the field of the media, television and documentary film production, people who are interested in developing their professional knowledge and capabilities, who see creative potential in themselves, have social and cultural interests, a desire to participate in society, and if needed, take on the managerial and creative responsibility in the media, television and filmmaking companies. The aim of the curriculum is to open up the creative potential of the students in the factual and fictional television formats and genres and documentary film-making, create conditions for their professional self-realization in television and film production both as creators and on various editorial and organizational supervisory levels. The curriculum contributes to the preparation of qualified workforce for television and independent production companies. - can critically evaluate major social and cultural processes and media approaches

2 19. The title of diploma or academic degree(s) 20. Documents issued at graduation 21. Structure of the study programme 22. Options to complete the study programme - is able to professional orientation in the field of audio visual media, its role, principles of operation, impact, development trends and issues of social responsibility - has acquired professional skills, knowledge and motivation in order to actively participate in society and culture through creating and managing the fact-based media, is able to act ethically and broad-mindedly in the complicated situations of the sphere of documentaries - is able to work in a supervisory position of television and documentary production both in the public and private sectors, is competent in delivering one s knowledge through teaching, coaching/guidance and management - is ready to work in a creative field of the audiovisual media as independent film director, screenwriter, journalist or producer - can implement the knowledge, skills and experience in content production of the media environment having several platforms in today s information society - is able to take part in international creative and production projects in the field of the audiovisual media - can critically assess and analyse the creative results of one s own and the others, and the need for post-graduate studies and own professional development - is ready to continue the PhD studies in the fields related to the audiovisual media Kunstide magister Master of Arts (MA) Diploma and Diploma Supplement Main field of study: Television University-wide courses 6/0 AV Media Basic Module 24/6 Television 38/14 Free electives 0/6 Master's thesis 24/0 Main field of study: Documentary Film University-wide courses 6/0 AV Media Basic Module 24/6 Documentary Film 54/0 Free electives 0/6 Master's thesis 24/0 PALUN INGLISE KEELES KA ÄRA TÄITA 23. Graduation terms In order to complete the curriculum studies, a student has to cover it in the prescribed load, take the courses in compulsory subjects and defend the final exploratory or creative project - a documentary film or a television format. As an additional requirement for students who have been admitted until 2015/2016 must obtain computer skills appropriate for university studies are required. 24. Additional information Study programme is curated by Riho Västrik STUDY PROGRAMME MODULES, THEIR OBJECTIVES AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

3 Title: University-wide courses 6 ECTS The overall objective of the interdisciplinary project (IDP) is to develop interdisciplinary problem solving skills through practical and purposeful teamwork under the guidance of the lecturer. The student: - Correctly uses the key concepts of project management and interdisciplinary approaches in the IDP draft created in collaboration with team members; - Creates interdisciplinary connections when planning an IDP and analyses the perspectives of other disciplines based on the project's possible solutions; - Uses problem recognition, problem solving, negotiation and time management skills in initiating and implementing an IDP; - Uses the new expertise acquired during implementing an IDP by highlighting its interdisciplinary application potential in the defence of the IDP; - Participates effectively in teamwork in the project planning, implementation and defence of an IDP; - Analyses the progress and effectiveness of the project by critically assessing their activities and planning corrective actions; - Relates their specialty to broader social and intersectoral issues, discussing these issues at different levels of activities and justifying their opinion; - Analyses their own role and fulfilment of responsibilities as an IDP team member and contribution to the team's activities through self-reflection; - Understands the need for proactivity and entrepreneurship in project work and is able to communicate the activities to various target groups. Assessment of the module: Grading is based on exams or assessments taken during the courses. Compulsory courses 6 ECTS YID6001.YM Interdistsiplinary Project 6 Selection principles: Module is compulsory. Title: AV Media Basic Module 30 ECTS To provide the understanding of visual anthropology methods, to participate in fieldwork and to use the knowledge in production of a documentary film. To create an opportunity to practice analytical thinking in the fields of documentary film as well as visual anthropology. - the ability to sense the essence of documentary film, audiovisual art and culture, to know the development of the field and it's more important theoretical standpoints; - the ability to analyze film narrative; - the ability to solve ethical questions, to be knowledgeable about the possible effect

4 of ones actions and the limitations set by the best practice; - basic knowledge about the equipment and skills needed to produce audiovisual content. Assessment of the module: Grading is based on exams and assessments taken during the courses. Compulsory courses 24 ECTS BFM7356.FK Documentary Studies 6 HIA7326.HT Anthropological Methods 6 HIA7534.HT Soundscapes: Perception and Design 6 HIA7600.HT Sensorial Media Seminar 6 Electives min. 6 ECTS BFM7120.FK Basics of Camera Work 2 BFM7121.FK Basic Editing 2 BFM7122.FK Basic Sound Recording 2 BFM7357.FK Internship 6 FKI7002.FK Traineeship 9 Selection principles: Module is compulsory. Title: Documentary Film 54 ECTS To create professional readiness, and support the formation of needed skills for successful creative and organizational work in the area of idea and script development, directing and production of documentary film. - to know the creative process of documentary filmmaking; - in-depth knowledge of the history of documentaries; - capability of independently writing scripts, directing and producing films in the various genres of documentary film; - ability to select appropriate methods and means of expression for carrying out one s ideas and aims; - ability to see the interdependence and interdisciplinary nature of specialities in the process of documentary filmmaking; - ability to successfully work with the group of filmmakers in the various stages of the creative and production process; - capability of critically and argumentatively assessing one s own and the others creative purposes and analysing the results. Assessment of the module: Grading is based on the exams and assessments taken during the courses. Compulsory courses 54 ECTS BFF7199.FK Theory of Documentary Film 5 BFF7233.FK Master Class for Editors: Documentary Film Editing 3 BFM7099.FK Introduction to Documentary Film 4 BFM7101.FK Documentary Film Production 5

5 BFM7102.FK Directing Documentary I 6 BFM7103.FK Directing Documentary II 6 BFM7104.FK Directing Documentary III 6 BFM7126.FK History of Documentary 5 BFM7325.FK Dramaturgy 4 BFM7353.FK Documentary Master Class I 5 BFM7354.FK Documentary Master Class II 5 Selection principles: Module is elective. Title: Television 52 ECTS To create a professional approach, and support the formation of required skills for a successful creative and organizational work on the idea and script development, directing, drafting and producing the broadcasts in the area of factual and fictional formats and genres of television, as well as managing the work of the staff. - to know the creative process of factual and fictional television; - capability of independently working on script writing, directing and producing of various TV genres; - ability to select appropriate methods and means of expression for carrying out one s ideas and aims; - ability to see the interdependence and interdisciplinary nature of specialities in the creative process of television; - ability to successfully work with the creative group and the TV crew in various stages of the creative and production process; - capability of critically and argumentatively assessing one s own and the others_ creative purposes and analysing the results. Assessment of the module: Subject- based Compulsory courses 38 ECTS BFI7001.FK Transmedia Storytelling I 4 BFI7002.FK Transmedia Storytelling II 5 BFI7023.FK Masterclass III (crossmedia) 6 BFM7109.FK TV Genres and Formats I (TV Journalism) 6 BFM7110.FK TV Genres and Formats II (TV Documentary) 6 BFM7112.FK Television Studies I 5 BFM7326.FK TV Genres and Formats III (TV Fiction Formats) 6 Electives min. 14 ECTS BFM6154.FK Creative Thinking 4 BFM7114.FK Masterclass I (TV Journalism Project) 6 BFM7115.FK Masterclass II (TV Fiction Project) 6 BFM7127.FK TV Criticism II (analytical project) 4 BFM7128.FK Management of TV and Crossmedia firms 4 BFM7324.FK Semiotics of multimedia 4

6 IFI7159.DT Foundations of Human Computer Interaction 5 IFI7163.DT Game Design 5 Selection principles: Module is elective. Title: Free electives Assessment of the module 6 ECTS To create opportunities for the realization of individual development needs and intellectual interests. - based on specific study needs, the knowledge and skills acquired will support individual development in the selected specialization area - foreign language proficiency based on personal needs, incl. the knowledge of English at the C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference - necessary computer skills for university studies. Grading is based on exams or assessments taken during the courses. Selection principles: Free Electives are the courses from Tallinn University of from other universities study programmes. Title: Master's thesis Assessment of the module 24 ECTS The implementation of the acquired knowledge, skills and experience in the practical creative process (documentary film or documentary broadcasting), or in the academic research of the respective area. - ability to participate in various genres of professional documentary filmmaking or broadcast production according to choice; - capability to realise one s creative ideas in real life circumstances - cooperation capability in order to work in creative and production groups/crews; - readiness for exploratory and critical approach, ability to do research in the respective area; - capability of critically and argumentatively assessing the creative results of one s own and the others, the advantages and disadvantages of the result as well as the self-development needs. Master Thesis is graded by a commission of professionals at a public defence.