INU3511 : Introduction to Humanities (Pre-Master's [January Intake])
INU3511 : Introduction to Humanities (Pre-Master's [January Intake])
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Mrs Nataliya Thomson
- Owning School: INTO Newcastle University
- 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 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
This module aims:
1.To introduce students to the key concepts, theories and methods in their future MA programmes.
2.To use oral and written journal critiques to develop students’ abilities to identify and critique academic literature in their field.
3.To make students aware of the crucial functions of critique and debate in academic scholarship, including their own.
Outline Of Syllabus
Introduction to Humanities, key concepts and research traditions
Examination of a range of issues related to Education, Cross-Cultural Communication, Linguistics and Media, drawing on topics such as
- Research Strategies and Methods
- Intercultural Education
- Language awareness
- The Social Psychology of Communication
- Media Analysis
- National identity and Ethnic Conflict
- Marketing Mix
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
1.Outline the main research strategies and methods used in the fields of Education, Cross-Cultural Communication, Linguistics, Media and Human Resource Management.
2.Explain a range of key concepts related to Education, Cross-Cultural Communication, Linguistics, Media and Human Resource Management, and provide relevant examples.
3.Debate different theoretical approaches to Education, Cross-Cultural Communication, Linguistics, Media and Human Resource Management.
4.Critically examine, discuss and evaluate a range of issues related to Education, Cross-Cultural Communication, Linguistics, Media and Human Resource Management.
Intended Skill Outcomes
1.Use terminology appropriate to the field of humanities and HRM.
2.Locate and research a range of academic sources including proficiency with the library search, subject specific guides, academic databases and newspaper databases.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 40:00 | 40:00 | Specified and signposted in lecture and seminars |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 22 | 2:00 | 44:00 | Present in Person - timetabled |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 71:00 | 71:00 | Specified and signposted in lecture and seminars |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 22 | 2:00 | 44:00 | Present in person - timetabled |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | Present in person - timetabled |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lectures are used to introduce key ideas, explain theoretical and methodological concepts and provide frameworks of reference related to specific topics.
Seminars provide opportunities for further clarification, exploration, application and critical discussion. Students are actively engaged through various student-centred activities, such as research tasks, reading and synthesis of a range of texts, discussions, group work, student-led debates and presentations. This will allow them to develop appropriate oral and written linguistic and academic skills to meet the intended learning outcomes.
Study clinics are available to allow the opportunity for students to receive additional assistance if necessary.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 120 | 2 | A | 70 | This is the intended mode of assessment |
| Written Examination | 3 | 1 | A | 10 | This is the intended mode of assessment |
| Written Examination | 5 | 1 | A | 20 | This is the intended mode of assessment |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Assessment will involve research, reading, synthesis, critical evaluation and the development of oral presentation skills and coursework writing skills.
Types of assessment could include podcasts or written journal critique.
For the learning log and coursework a range of seminar activities are provided to allow for formative feedback over the course of the module.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- INU3511's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- INU3511's past Exam Papers
General Notes
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