The MA Cultural Studies is an innovative programme led by Jeremy Gilbert
It particularly appeals to students with an interest in contemporary radical thought, and its implications for cultural theory and political analysis.
The atmosphere of the programme is informal and relaxed but intellectually intense, and students are encouraged to develop their own interests and research agendas with the support of extremely knowledgeable and expert staff.
The core module for the programme is Culture, Power and Politics
This programme offers an advanced grounding in the core themes of cultural studies and an opportunity to explore the full range of cutting-edge debates in the field. The Culture, Power and Politics module will examine the changing nature of our complex societies and the ways in which these changes have been understood by key thinkers from Marx and Freud to Hardt and Negri, while also providing an introduction to the themes and approaches of the options.
The MA comprises three core modules and a further two modules chosen from a wide range of options. The core modules are:
This degree is appropriate if you are seeking employment in the cultural industries, teaching and some social agencies, and will also prepare you for higher-level academic work.
All students have a personal MA advisor and are invited to all School research seminars. University facilities include a Graduate Centre; a Learning Resource Centre (LRC) with a excellent access to international library services, and a wide range of books, journals, videos, PC stations, video viewing sites and photocopying facilities etc. The Multimedia Production Centre (MPC) has up-to-date broadcast standard digital production facilities in video, audio, photography and multimedia and is available to students doing media practice.
The admission of applicants is at the discretion of the University. Applicants will normally have a first or upper second class degree or equivalent in a humanities or social science subject, or comparable professional or research experience. Applications from overseas and EU students are welcome. Students whose first language is not English should normally have achieved a score of 7.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or equivalent. Eligibility for students without a degree-equivalent qualification will be assessed on the basis of short essay and statement. Where possible applicants will be interviewed by a member of the programme team in order to assess whether they are able to achieve the standard of work required for the award. Overseas students will be asked to supply evidence of written work of a standard sufficient for successful postgraduate study in lieu of an interview.
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UCAS code N/A
Final award MA
Intermediate awards available Postgraduate Certificate; Postgraduate Diploma
Details of professional body accreditation N/A
Relevant QAA Benchmark statements N/A
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