Media Studies, One-year Programme

Study programme code MEDIE60

ECTS credits 60

Admission requirements Higher Education Entrance Qualification.

General description and profile of the programme The programme aims to give practical skills and reflection about didactics and aesthethics in working with the media and IT.
During the autumn semester students will be given basic skills and theoretical insight into media and communication technology. In the spring term students will also undertake working on projects and creative production assignments. The programme will also give students an introduction to research and development work in the field.
KOM108 may be included as a component of a specialisation in the Bachelor´s Degree Programme in Communication (subject to availability).

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning (formal, non-formal and informal) Arrangements for the recognition of prior learning are described in the information on the institution under "General arrangements for the recognition of prior learning (formal, informal and non-formal)".

Examination regulations and grading For a description of the examination regulations, see the Examination Regulations of the University of Agder.

For information about the Norwegian grading system, see ECTS credits and grades. Specific information on grading for each course is found in the individual course descriptions.

Graduation requirements The Examination Regulations of the University of Agder regulate the graduation requirements for each programme of study.

Learning outcomes After having completed the programme, students should
- have an understanding about how different media work and how to use them in different learning and communication situations
- have insight into important areas within the media´s development in society
- have practical skills in the use of media-related and digital tools
- be able to complete a project in communication from an early stage to a final media product
- have an understanding of current research and development work in the field

Teaching methods Each semester includes various teaching methods. In the autumn semester the programme is organised as three courses that may be taken independently of one another. In the spring semester students work with thematic units. Methods of study and teaching include a combination of lectures, group work, project work and creative production assignments.

Assessment methods Project work, short-answer tests, group examinations and individual at-home examinations, oral examinations and individual portfolios.

Occupational profiles of graduates and access to further studies It is a relevant study programme not only for future teachers, but also for other professions, for instance within information technology and public relations. It may be included as a fourth year of study in the general teacher education programme, and may also be included as a component within several other Bachelor programmes offered at the University of Agder as well as in a self-designed Bachelor degree programme.

Contact person

Alf Kjetil Igland (38141568 )