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Course Description
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Course Name
Television Studies
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Host University
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
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Location
Madrid, Spain
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Area of Study
Communication Studies, Public Relations, Radio - Television - Film
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
COMPETENCES AND SKILLS THAT WILL BE ACQUIRED AND LEARNING RESULTS.1. Ability to understand and assimilate television from an academic perspective.2. Knowledge of the main theories and methodologies in the study of television.3. Ability to apply various theories and methodologies to the production of television programs.4. Understanding the social function exercised by television and its importance for the understanding ofcontemporary cultural change.5. Ability to accomplish a medium-sized research in the field of Television Studies.DESCRIPTION OF CONTENTS: PROGRAMMEI. Television, Culture and Society.II. Introduction to Television Studies.III. Technology and the History of Television.IV. Television and History.V. Five or Six Things to Know About TV in Spain.VI. Television Institutions and Authorship.VII. Television Audiences: Consumption and Fandom.VIII. Television, National Identity and Globalization.ASSESSMENT SYSTEM- Exam: 6 points. In order to pass this course, it is required to get at least 3 points (50% of the maximum grade) inthe exam. The readings available in the Aula Global platform are required for the exam.- Practical work: 4 points.
Course Disclaimer
Please note that there are no beginning level Spanish courses offered in this program.
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
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