HSS2012 : An Introduction to British Cultures 1
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Available to incoming Study Abroad and Exchange students
- Module Leader(s): Dr Rachel Clements
- Lecturer: Dr Sadek Kessous
- Owning School: School X
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
*To create an understanding of the complexity of the role of culture for society, groups and individuals
* To introduce students to the key tools of analysis required to critically examine British culture
* To develop students' communication skills and autonomous learning skills through the research and preparation of an extended essay
The module will benefit students who aim for an international career and/or expect to be working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Using a range of teaching methods students will develop an understanding of the complexity of the role of culture for society, groups and individuals. The course will focus on contemporary Britain but will also provide a historical context for areas of study such as British identity, the changing demography of Britain and British cultural expression.
Outline Of Syllabus
The course will develop an understanding of British culture through analysis of a range of topics, examples of topics may include: social class, the arts, film and television, fashion and music, and contemporary Britain. Areas of study (which may change each academic year) will focus on contemporary trends and debates within a historical context.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 7 | 1:00 | 7:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 7 | 1:00 | 7:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Fieldwork | 1 | 4:00 | 4:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 80:00 | 80:00 | N/A |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The aim of the module is to give the student scope to achieve the knowledge and skills outcomes whilst developing autonomous habits of learning. The work in each topic will be introduced through a lecture. Seminars will enable students to engage with the material through critical discussion using material drawn from texts, academic journals, arts magazines, the internet and broadsheet and broadcast journalism. Students will be encouraged to observe and analyse British culture and to consider, compare and contrast elements of this with their own country. In terms of the assignment the emphasis is on self-study.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 1 | A | 80 | Students supported to write their own essay title based on an aspect of British Culture relating to themes and concepts in at least one of the lecture series. Essay length 1500 words |
| Essay | 1 | A | 20 | 500 word Essay / Podcast Plan |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Formative feedback to be given during the semester via seminar tasks and an essay plan.
Proficiency in all learning and skills outcomes is required to complete the summative essay questions. The end of module essay will allow students to choose from all topics explored throughout the module.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- HSS2012's Timetable