BA (Hons) Cultural Studies

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Cultural Studies is an interdisciplinary academic field in which certain concepts, approaches and theories have converged. The subject is informed by a range of disciplines, particularly Literature, Film Studies, Psychoanalysis, History, Sociology, Gender Studies, Communication and Media. Students will gain key knowledge and understanding through the relevant theories, approaches and perspectives applied to historical cultural developments. Understanding of the core and fundamental elements is gained through informed application of these theories and models to contemporary cultural and social issues. Students are encouraged to draw on their own experience to reflect on these applications and therefore consolidate knowledge and understanding. Cognitive skills will be developed throughout the programme across all levels. Development of independent thought through evidence based foundations is promoted in every module. The nature of this programme requires a high level of communication skills both verbal and written. Effective communication is a crucial element of the programme and students are given opportunities to practice and develop these skills throughout the programme.

Course information

Name: BA (Hons) Cultural Studies Qualification title: BA in Cultural Studies (Combined Studies) Qualification type: Assessment Assessment and feedback Feedback and formative assessment play a critical role in enabling students to develop skills necessary to improve and raise aspirations. Assessment strategies follow the outcomes of the degree, and specific module aims and learning outcomes. Assessment is planned with a clear delivery strategy that reflects a range and balance of teaching and learning methods. All learning outcomes are measurable, and assessment of these is appropriate to their level and consistent in the demands it makes on students. Overall, assessment of students focuses on the following areas: Level 4: Breadth and depth of subject knowledge and awareness of the history and context of that knowledge; subject-specific and generic skills, including skills of investigation and enquiry, oral and written communication skills, and the use of a range of technological systems for assessing resources, contacts and literature. Level 5: Critical analysis, of texts, concepts and culture, including the ability to contextualise the analysis and engage in critical debate through discursive argument. Level 6: Critical reflection on issues, on new knowledge and understanding, and on students' own performance against agreed criteria, including the capacity to deploy and evaluate evidence and to express the outcomes of such reflection clearly and fluently. Therefore, assessment as follows: Level 4: -Short papers and long essays -Analyses of textual and cultural forms and practices -Reviews and reports -Seen and unseen examinations -Individual presentations Level 5: -Short papers and long essays -Analyses of textual and cultural forms and practices -Reviews and reports -Seen and unseen examinations -Individual presentations -Individual project reports Level 6: -Short papers and long essays -Seen and unseen examinations -Individual presentations -Critical self-evaluation -Individual portfolios of work (reflection or work experience) -Professional practice -Individual project reports -Research exercises The programme also requires the production of an extended piece of independent investigation which is undertaken in the final year. This is an individual piece of work. It is a 40-credit module that is a significant component of individually assessed work. Awarding Liverpool Hope University Created 20160429 12:47:05 Updated 20160429 12:47:05

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Wirral Met College
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