Bachelor 2025/2026

Professional Terminology of Filmmaking. Beginner's Course

Type: Compulsory course (Film and Television Production)

Delivered by: School of Foreign Languages

When: 3 year, 1, 2 module

Open to: students of one campus

Instructors: Konstantin Khomutskii

Language: English

Course Syllabus

Abstract

The course "Professional Terminology for Film Producers in the International Market" is designed to equip participants with essential language skills and industry-specific terminology necessary for effective communication and collaboration in the global film production arena, while mastering the courses of English in accordance with the Concept of developing English-speaking communicative competence of students of Higher School of Economics — National Research University https://www.hse.ru/docs/381549301.html. Participants will delve into the intricacies of international film business practices, covering topics such as contract negotiation, co-productions, distribution agreements, and financing models. The course aims to enhance proficiency in expressing complex production concepts, navigating legal and financial frameworks, and fostering successful partnerships on the international stage. Through practical exercises and case studies, participants will develop the linguistic competence required to thrive as film producers in the dynamic and diverse landscape of the global film industry. The course also aims at developing four major sets of language skills — listening, reading, writing, and speaking through various tasks (both in standard and creative formats) based on the communicative approach to foreign language teaching. Moreover, the course also provides task-based activities such as projects, most of which simulate workplace assignments and help students to practice them prior to real working experience. The prerequisite level of English for students willing to take the course is B2 or higher (according to CEFR).