INU3512 : Social and Cultural Studies (Pre-Master's [January Intake])
INU3512 : Social and Cultural Studies (Pre-Master's [January Intake])
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Mr Steven Dye
- 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 a diverse theoretical toolkit for sociological analysis and evaluation of contemporary and past societies across the globe.
2.To demonstrate the relevance of theoretical approaches in social and cultural studies to material social experiences and issues.
3.To critically engage with contemporary social issues through the sociological imagination.
Outline Of Syllabus
Introduction to Social & Cultural Studies, key concepts and research traditions
Examination of a range of issues related to Social & Cultural Studies, drawing on topics such as
- Modernity and Postmodernity
- Power and social theory
- Media
- Crime
- Globalisation
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
1.Outline a selection of prominent theoretical and methodological concerns in the field of social and cultural studies
2.Distinguish between different research traditions in terms of their assumptions and goals, such as Marxism and feminism.
3.Explain a range of key concepts related to social and cultural studies and provide relevant examples.
4.Apply theoretical approaches to examine and interpret current social phenomena, such as economic inequality and gender discrimination.
5.Critically examine, discuss and evaluate a selection of theoretical approaches related to social and cultural studies, including theories of crime, power, knowledge and social interaction.
Intended Skill Outcomes
1.Use terminology appropriate to the field of social and cultural studies.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 22 | 2:00 | 44:00 | Present in person - timetabled or synchronous online - timetabled |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 40:00 | 40:00 | Specified and signposted in lecture and seminars |
| 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 or synchronous online - timetabled |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | Present in person - timetabled or synchronous online - 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 |
| Oral Presentation | 20 | 1 | A | 30 | This is the intended mode of assessment |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The group presentation will involve team work, research, reading, synthesis, critical evaluation and the development of oral presentation skills.
The examination will allow students to demonstrate understanding, application and critical discussion skills. It allows coverage of the broad range of the syllabus and constitutes an appropriate way to assess the learning outcomes.
For both presentation and written exam 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/
- INU3512's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- INU3512's past Exam Papers
General Notes
Original Handbook text:
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