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Overview
In the late 1970s a new youth subculture emerged in the UK. This, of course, was punk, and a cultural revolt was underway.
Key facts:
On Anarchy in the UK - A History of Punk from 1976-78 at University of Reading by FutureLearn , you will learn about the emergence of punk and its diverse range of meanings. You’ll use that lens to explore how youth cultures provided space for people to reimagine, discover and challenge the society and communities in which they were coming of age.
You’ll explore punk as a tool of expression for young people, and how it related to politics and events. You’ll consider punk’s relationship with gender, class, race, sexuality and protest, drawing comparisons with the youth culture of today.
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Syllabus:
The diverse meanings of ‘punk’, its roots and its effects on British culture.
The originators and defining events that led to punk’s spread across the UK and beyond.
The music: how the Sex Pistols opened the way for a wide range of sounds and bands.
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Duration
- Part-time
- 14 days
- 3 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies History Modern History View 8 other Short Courses in Modern History in United KingdomExplore more key information
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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
This cultural studies course is aimed at students interested in studying contemporary history at university.
It will also interest those involved in punk subcultures in the 70s, or anyone with a broad interest in youth politics or the history of punk.
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