HSS2013 : An Introduction to British Cultures 2
- 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 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
*To continue understanding of the complexity of the role of culture for society, groups and individuals
* To further develop students ability to critically analyse and examine British culture
* To further develop students' communication skills and autonomous learning skills through the research and preparation of an extended essay and class presentation.
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: multiculturalism, home and belonging, sport and entertainment, British pastimes. 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.
Students will have opportunity to develop their criticality in relation to texts and artefacts, and engage in fieldwork.
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 | 2 | 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 | 2 | 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 or short radio podcast will allow students to choose from all topics explored throughout the module.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- HSS2013's Timetable