Specifically, the module introduces a range of theoretical approaches to the study of disability, including the social, medical and psychoanalytic models. This module examines the political, professional and economic interests which have coalesced around disability. The institutional and historical contexts within which needs and rights become established is explored in relation to different social groups. Finally, the module examines a range of specific impairments and associated disabling barriers. Research Methods Provides a basic introduction to research methods employed in both the humanities and social sciences.
Practical advice is given on how to plan, reference and write up essays and dissertations.
The institutional and psychological aspects of research are also considered. Interdisciplinary approaches will be encouraged which may require students to have more than one supervisor from different disciplinary backgrounds. The Research Methods course will be assessed by individual student presentations. MA students will write a 15,000 to 20,000 word Dissertation. Course lectures, seminars and tutorials will take place at the Centre.