9 ECTS credits
270 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 4023833FNR for all students in the 1st and 2nd semester at a (F) Master - specialised level.
The seminar strives to sharpen theoretical insights, critical reflection and analytical skills concerning media theory and media philosophy. The seminar aims to read and discuss authors that have been inspiring and prominent for the overall theme of media theory and media philosophy. The focus is on contemporary theoreticians, especially from 1960 onwards.
At the start of the seminar, references will be given to the texts that will be discussed. All participants are asked to prepare each meeting by close reading and every participant will be asked to introduce at least one meeting.
Students are able to critically dissect and discuss authors and themes concerned. They are able to independently write and compile a research paper.
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Other Exam determines 100% of the final mark.
Within the Other Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Evaluation consist of:
-collaboration during the meetings
-one introduction of the meeting
-a scientific paper (2000-3000 words) that is closely linked to the author(s) that have been discussed.
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Research Master of Philosophy: Standaard traject
Research Master of Philosophy: Verkort traject