Overview
Robert Burns - Poems, Songs and Legacy at The University of Glasgow by FutureLearn, will introduce you to the life, works and global celebrity of Robert Burns.
Key facts:
You’ll examine poems, songs, manuscripts, and objects used to commemorate the poet. You’ll also develop your understanding of Robert Burns’s posthumous reputation - from Burns Suppers and Burns Night through to Hogmanay.Programme Structure
Topics:
The cultural reputation of Robert Burns as patriot, lover, and man of the people
Robert Burns as poet and songwriter
Major works such as ‘Scots Wha Hae’, ‘Ae Fond Kiss’, ‘A Man’s a Man’, ‘The Vision’, and ‘Auld Lang Syne’
The commemoration of Burns in material culture
The international celebrity and legacy of Burns
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 21 days
- 4 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
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Delivered
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Literature View 29 other Short Courses in Literature in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
No previous experience or qualifications are required for this course - just an interest in Robert Burns, Scottish history and culture, or poetry and song in general.
It is ideal for anyone considering further study in the field, such the courses offered by the Centre for Robert Burns Studies at the University of Glasgow.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full