VA302 Project Studio 2
VA302 Project Studio 2
Syllabus | International University of Sarajevo - Last Update on Sep 09, 2025
Visual Arts and Visual Communications Design
Branko Vekić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
"• apply gathered knowledge in utilization motion pictures for communicating idea • advance students’ technical proficiency with professional aesthetic and storytelling • further develop skills of executing a moving picture project • apply the principles of Media production"
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Moving Images-Making Movies, Understanding Media; Carl Casinghino; Cengage; 2011
Additional Literature
Screenplay - The foundations of Screenwriting; Syd Field, Delta, 2005Teaching Methods
Lectures
Presentations
Discussion
Analysis of the assignments
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction of the course | disscussion |
| 2 | Making a movie based on a painting or a photo | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 3 | Making a movie based on a painting or a photo 2 | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 4 | Making a movie based on a painting or a photo 3 | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 5 | Adaptation of a short story | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 6 | Adaptation of a short story 2 | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 7 | Adaptation of a short story 3 | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 8 | MIDTERM PROJECT PRESENTATION | exam |
| 9 | Rhythm 1 | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 10 | Rhythm 2 | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 11 | Dialogue 1 | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 12 | Dialogue 2 | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 13 | Suspense 1 | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 14 | Suspense 2 | disscussion / Assig. Review |
| 15 | FINAL PROJECT Consultations | Discussion |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VA302.1 | Course | - | - | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 12:00 - 14:00 | B F2.7B | |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 13:00 | B F2.7B |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Assignments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Midterm Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 4
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
15 hours ⏳ (15 week × 1 h)
Assignments
60 hours ⏳ (12 week × 5 h)
Lab
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 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 [VA302] 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 Sep 09, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| VA302 | Project Studio 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | Junior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Branko Vekić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Wednesday: 12:00-14:00 Thursday: 9:00-13:00 |
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| bvekic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | "• apply gathered knowledge in utilization motion pictures for communicating idea • advance students’ technical proficiency with professional aesthetic and storytelling • further develop skills of executing a moving picture project • apply the principles of Media production" |
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| Textbook | Moving Images-Making Movies, Understanding Media; Carl Casinghino; Cengage; 2011 | |||||||||
| 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 | Lectures, presentations, discussion, analysis of the assignments | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Online | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction of the course | disscussion | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Making a movie based on a painting or a photo | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Making a movie based on a painting or a photo 2 | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Making a movie based on a painting or a photo 3 | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Adaptation of a short story | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Adaptation of a short story 2 | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Adaptation of a short story 3 | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM PROJECT PRESENTATION | exam | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Rhythm 1 | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Rhythm 2 | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Dialogue 1 | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Dialogue 2 | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Suspense 1 | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Suspense 2 | disscussion / Assig. Review | ||||||||
| Week 15 | FINAL PROJECT Consultations | Discussion | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Project | 1 | 25 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Assignments | 5 | 60 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Midterm Project | 1 | 15 | 1,2,4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 1 | 15 | 15 | Assignments | 5 | 12 | 60 | |||
| Lab | 2 | 15 | 30 | 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: 25/09/2025 | |||||||||
