Endorsed by
The Open University UK 4.3 (160)
Overview
How are cultures produced and encountered, and why does it matter?
These questions are examined in this module through the key themes of place, power, literary ‘classics’, and journeys.
In this Cultures module from The Open University UK you'll learn about contemporary cultures and relationships between cultures throughout history, discover how and why cultural identities emerge, and explore how they are expressed using texts, images and objects.
After exploring a range of case studies from classical studies, art history, English literature, and creative writing, you'll investigate these themes with specific reference to your choice of one of these subject areas.
What's included
The module is presented through a blend of printed and online material. You’ll have access to a module website, which includes:
- a week-by-week study planner
- module materials
- audio and video recordings
- interactive content
- an assessment guide
- access to online tutorials and forums.
Programme Structure
What you will studyThis module asks two key questions:- How are cultures produced and encountered?
- Why do cultures matter?
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 8 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Ethnic Studies View 4 other Short Courses in Ethnic Studies in United KingdomAcademic 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
- OU level 1 modules provide core subject knowledge and study skills needed for both higher education and distance learning, to help you progress to modules at OU level 2. This module builds on the skills and understandings of relevant arts and humanities subjects developed through the study of Discovering the arts and humanities (A111). We strongly advise you to take A111 first, unless you have already completed The arts past and present (AA100), now discontinued.
Tuition Fee
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International
3228 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3228 GBP for the full programme during 8 months. -
National
3228 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3228 GBP for the full programme during 8 months.
Funding
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