The answer, tentatively, resides in the plurality of cultural meanings. Cultural Criticism is this practice of debating theories of cultural interpretation in order to take a critical distance from our future. We normally require A level results of ABB, with a B in English. All students are required to take both modules. This double module will introduce you to the concept of postmodernity.
Lectures feature regular use of slide, video and other audio-visual material.
Seminar groups consist of approximately 15 students. Culture is the location of values, and by analysing these values we come to understand how they vary from one society to another, or from one historical moment to another. Detailed attention is paid to the ways in which postmodernity influences how we think about sexuality, gender, race and ethnicity. Lectures feature regular use of slides, video and other audio-visual material. Seminar groups consist of approximately 15 students.