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MLitt Module

HU51001: Applying Critical and Cultural Theory

Module Organiser: Dr Daniel Cook

Credits: 40

This module will focus on a specific theory and/or approach at each meeting. Every two weeks, each class will discuss specific themes and issues. They will also learn to apply them to particular examples from a range of texts and other cultural media, where relevant. Moreover, each student will select their own 'target text(s)', or other appropriate object of study from their discipline. The 'target text(s)' will provide the continuity of a single case study, against which to apply and test theories. It is a key feature of the module and will furnish a basis for student essays.

Discipline-specific skills

On completion of the module students should be able to demonstrate:

• the ability to employ critical and theoretical approaches to written texts, films and other cultural forms
• an advanced level of knowledge and understanding of different approaches to research in their subject areas, with regard to diverse media
• the ability to identify and assess current and significant issues and debates in critical and cultural theory
• an understanding of interdisciplinary approaches and methodologies
• the ability to respond to a range of social, historical and cultural representations and practices
• sufficient methodological knowledge and skill to devise and write a major piece of research involving original ideas, analysis and argument.

Cognitive skills

On completion of the module students should be able to demonstrate:

• the ability to organise ideas and information to provide new perceptions and understanding of current issues in their chosen research topic
• critical and analytical skills in interdisciplinary contexts
• competence in reviewing, assessing and comparing different theoretical and methodological models
• the ability to think critically, independently and with original insight

Key and social skills

• On completion of the module students should be able to demonstrate:
• the ability to undertake critical reasoning and logical argument
• the ability to work effectively as a member of the postgraduate research community
• the ability to analyse key modes of representation and social practices in the wider culture

Assessment

• 3,000 word essay (40%)
• 4,000 word essay (60%)

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