Universität Wien

120014 VO Approaching Cultural Studies (2012W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 12 - Anglistik

Details

max. 195 participants
Language: English

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Monday 08.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 15.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 22.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 29.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 05.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 12.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 19.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 26.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 03.12. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 10.12. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 17.12. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 07.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 14.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4
  • Monday 28.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal D Unicampus Hof 10 Hirnforschungzentrum Spitalgasse 4

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This course lecture explores popular media as an object of cultural studies, introducing students to theoretical approaches, key practices and selected issues relevant to the study of culture/s following the British tradition of Cultural Studies. We will especially look at meaning making in the production and consumption of cultural artifacts, investigate the dynamics of representation, power and knowledge, and relate these issues to questions of race, gender and class. Theoretical models and perspectives will be constantly grounded in practical examples, focused on but not limited to visual cultural material.

Assessment and permitted materials

final 90-minute written examination

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

This lecture course will provide students with a theoretical, analytical and historical introduction to the subject of British Cultural Studies. Aim of this interactive lecture programme is to introduce students to the major theoretical approaches to the study of culture/s.

Examination topics

(interactive) lecture

Reading list

a reader will be provided via e-learning platform moodle

Association in the course directory

Studium: EC 124;
Lehrinhalt: 12-0272

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