Narration and Visual Storytelling
7.5 creditsIn this course you'll have the opportunity to be introduced to diverse forms of audiovisual narration and storytelling. We'll survey together the key concepts of narratology and then we'll examine the visual culture that is at the base of our society, and key analytical tools will be presented to make sense of the visual narratives that surround us. This also includes a discussion of the challenges posed by AI-generated images and Deepfakes, and of how ideologies and discriminatory representations (of gender and ethnicity, for example) are typically embedded into visual narratives. We'll also consider the basic tenets of how narration works in the fiction film, including a practical introduction to screenwriting.
Kalmar – the student city by the sea
Right in the heart of Kalmar, by the sea, you’ll find Campus Kalmar. Everything is close by, and no matter where you live in the city, you’ll be within cycling distance of the university.
If you’re a new student, you’re covered by an accommodation guarantee, meaning you have the right to student housing within two months. This is one of the reasons why Kalmar has been recognised as one of Sweden’s best student cities – several times.
The municipality has around 70,000 inhabitants. The city boasts a strong business sector, with leading companies in green industries, e-commerce, and e-health, providing plenty of opportunities to make connections for your future career.
Kalmar has a charming and historic city centre, with small shops, cafés, and gyms nestled along cobbled streets and alleyways. The coastline offers great opportunities to enjoy nature – whether you want to go for a walk, exercise, swim, or simply relax. Plus – Öland is just a bridge away.
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Build your own degree
Did you know that you can combine single-subject courses to build your own degree? In this way, you can design your own degree based on your interests and the career you are aiming for. This does not apply to all courses so make sure to check with a study counsellor at the faculty. Learn more about how you can build your own degree and become unique on the labour market.