In Animation and Video 5 students extend their creative research practice through the development of individual themes and work methods in personal projects that specializing in either animation, or video, or a hybrid of both. Students develop independent creative projects. Participation in workshops, demonstrations and discussions dealing with specific techniques and conceptual considerations, including scripting, production scheduling and storytelling, deepens the student’s abilities, allowing them to demonstrate advanced skills in their projects. At this more advanced level analysis and criticism of video and animation will be developed at this advanced level through special screenings, talks and critical readings. Students complete studio theory to develop professional practice relevant to the area of animation and video.
Occupational health and safety instruction is an integral part of this course.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate thorough knowledge of the processes, terminology, forms and technologies of animation and video.
2. apply skills and knowledge to the making of creative works
3. develop and evaluate concepts and processes by thinking creatively, critically and reflectively
4. work independently and/or collaboratively in a studio environment in response to project demands.
5. reflect on social, ethical, cultural, technological and environmental issues of creative practice considering local and international perspectives.
Indicative Assessment
1) Portfolio of studio work (80%) [Learning Outcomes 1 – 5]
2) On-line or hard-copy journal or visual diary and/or Documentation or Professional practice exercise related to on-going career, as specified in Workshop notes. [20%] [Equivalent to approx. 2000 words] [Learning Outcomes 2 – 5]
The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.
Workload
12 hours per week lectures, tutorials, critiques and supervised studio practice and 8 hours per week independent studio practice.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
- A touch of code: interactive installations and experiences, edited by Robert Klanten, Sven Ehmann, Verena Hanschke, Berlin : Die Gestalten Verlag 2011
- Video cultures: media technology and everyday creativity, edited by David Buckingham and Rebekah Willett, New York : Palgrave Macmillan, 2009
- Producing for Web 2.0: A Student Guide, 2nd ed, Hoboken : Taylor & Francis, 2009
- Maya 7 Savvy, John Kundert-Gibbs (2006), Sybex.
- Maya Secrets of the Pros, John Kundert-Gibbs (2006), Sybex
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Students continuing in their current program of study will have their tuition fees indexed annually from the year in which you commenced your program. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 12 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 12.00 | 0.25000 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1994-2003 | $2940 | |
| 2014 | $4956 | |
| 2013 | $4956 | |
| 2012 | $4716 | |
| 2011 | $4620 | |
| 2010 | $4500 | |
| 2009 | $4356 | |
| 2008 | $4356 | |
| 2007 | $4356 | |
| 2006 | $4356 | |
| 2005 | $4356 | |
| 2004 | $3672 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1994-2003 | $4908 |
| 2014 | $6492 |
| 2013 | $6492 |
| 2012 | $6180 |
| 2011 | $6180 |
| 2010 | $6180 |
| 2009 | $6180 |
| 2008 | $6180 |
| 2007 | $5976 |
| 2006 | $5976 |
| 2005 | $5976 |
| 2004 | $5556 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4621 | 17 Feb 2014 | 07 Mar 2014 | 31 Mar 2014 | 30 May 2014 | In Person | N/A |
