Overview
European-language intellectuals such as Arendt, Benjamin, Derrida, Gramsci and Kristeva have played a vital role in shaping our understanding of culture. This unit explores how intellectuals have exposed dominant ideologies, critiqued power, and transformed our perceptions and ways of communicating.
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Unit Coordinator(s)
Associate Professor Axel Fliethmann
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.
identify and discuss key thinkers and philosophies of the European intellectual tradition;
2.
articulate and apply theoretical frameworks in the analysis of cultural texts;
3.
conduct a research project and communicate findings in writing;
4.
assess the relevance of theoretical frameworks as applied to potential research projects.
Assessment summary
Within semester assessment: 100%
Assessment
1 - Presentation
2 - Essay
3 - Literature Review
Workload requirements
Workload
Availability in areas of study
European languages