VA516 Camera, Image, Screen
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Visual Arts and Visual Communications Design
Muhammed Yasir Goz
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course explores the relationship between camera, image and screen as aesthetic, perceptual and cultural constructs. It investigates how camera frames reality, how images generate meaning and memory, and how screens transform visual experience in contemporary culture. The course integrates theoretical reflection with research-based moving image production and prepares students for advanced artistic articulation at MFA level.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Walter Benjamin – The Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction, John Berger – Ways of Seeing, Laura Mulvey – Visual Pleasure and Narrative Cinema, Jacques Rancière – The Emancipated Spectator,
Additional Literature
Gustavo Mercado – The Filmmaker’s Eye ,Selected contemporary articles and screenings (provided weekly)Teaching Methods
Seminar discussions
Moving image screenings and analysis
Studio-based practice
Structured critique sessions
Writing workshop (artist statement)
Individual project supervision
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction: Camera, Image, Screen – Conceptual Framework | |
| 2 | Camera as Perception: Framing, Power and Point of View | Berger |
| 3 | Movement, Time and Visual Composition | Mercado |
| 4 | Image, Representation and Ideology | Benjamin |
| 5 | Image as Memory, Archive and Narrative | Selected Texts |
| 6 | Close-up, Gaze and Spectatorship | Mulvey |
| 7 | Screen as Space: Projection, Public Image and Viewing Experience | Rancière |
| 8 | MIDTERM PROJECT | Student Work |
| 9 | Documentary: Reality, Construction and Authorship | Case Studies |
| 10 | Digital Screens and Contemporary Visual Culture | Selected Areas |
| 11 | Critique Session I – Final Project Concept & Visual Structure Review | Student Work |
| 12 | Editing Strategy and Screen Format Development Workshop | Studio Practice |
| 13 | Rough Cut Screening and Structural Critique | Student Work |
| 14 | Final Cut Consultation and Artist Statement Review | Draft Submission |
| 15 | Final wrap up | Final Project |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VA516.1 | Course | Tuesday 18:00 - 20:50 | A B.16 - VACD Drawing Studio | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 11:00 | B F3.15 | |
| Friday | 10:00 - 11:00 | B F3.15 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Project 5 Final Project
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 5
Project 1
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Project 2
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
Project 4
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 4
Project 3 MID-TERM
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
Asignments
60 hours ⏳ (12 week × 5 h)
Lab
15 hours ⏳ (15 week × 1 h)
Midterm project
18 hours ⏳ (2 week × 9 h)
Final Project preparation
27 hours ⏳ (3 week × 9 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [VA516] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| VA516 | Camera, Image, Screen | 3 | 0 | 6 | Tuesday 18:00 - 20:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Muhammed Yasir Goz | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 10:00-11:00 Friday: 10:00-11:00 |
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| myasirgoz@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course explores the relationship between camera, image and screen as aesthetic, perceptual and cultural constructs. It investigates how camera frames reality, how images generate meaning and memory, and how screens transform visual experience in contemporary culture. The course integrates theoretical reflection with research-based moving image production and prepares students for advanced artistic articulation at MFA level. |
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| Textbook | Walter Benjamin – The Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction, John Berger – Ways of Seeing, Laura Mulvey – Visual Pleasure and Narrative Cinema, Jacques Rancière – The Emancipated Spectator, | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Seminar discussions, Moving image screenings and analysis, Studio-based practice, Structured critique sessions ,Writing workshop (artist statement), Individual project supervision | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction: Camera, Image, Screen – Conceptual Framework | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Camera as Perception: Framing, Power and Point of View | Berger | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Movement, Time and Visual Composition | Mercado | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Image, Representation and Ideology | Benjamin | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Image as Memory, Archive and Narrative | Selected Texts | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Close-up, Gaze and Spectatorship | Mulvey | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Screen as Space: Projection, Public Image and Viewing Experience | Rancière | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM PROJECT | Student Work | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Documentary: Reality, Construction and Authorship | Case Studies | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Digital Screens and Contemporary Visual Culture | Selected Areas | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Critique Session I – Final Project Concept & Visual Structure Review | Student Work | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Editing Strategy and Screen Format Development Workshop | Studio Practice | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Rough Cut Screening and Structural Critique | Student Work | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Final Cut Consultation and Artist Statement Review | Draft Submission | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Final wrap up | Final Project | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Project 5 Final Project | 1 | 40 | 1,5 | Consult Instructor | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Project 1 | 1 | 10 | 1,2 | Consult Instructor | |
| Project 2 | 1 | 10 | 2,3 | Consult Instructor | |
| Project 4 | 1 | 15 | 4 | Consult Instructor | |
| Project 3 MID-TERM | 1 | 25 | 2,3,5 | Consult Instructor | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 2 | 15 | 30 | Asignments | 5 | 12 | 60 | |||
| Lab | 1 | 15 | 15 | Midterm project | 9 | 2 | 18 | |||
| Final Project preparation | 9 | 3 | 27 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 18/02/2026 | |||||||||