Programme And Module Handbook
 
Programme Specification


Date Specification Approved 07/12/2022
College College Arts and Law
School Eng, Drama, & Creative Studies
Department Eng Lang and Linguistics
Partner College and School English Literature
Collaborative Organisation and Form of Collaboration
Qualification and Programme Title B.A. English Language and Literature with Year Abroad Full-time
Programme Code 717B
Delivery Location Campus
Language of Study English
Length of Programme 4 Year(s)
Accreditations This programme has no outside accreditations
Aims of the Programme BA English Language and Literature is characterised by a wide study, methodologically and theoretically informed, of the range of literature in the English language from the medieval period to the present, and by study of the structure and character of the English language. It aims to produce individuals who possess a broad range of knowledge and understanding of English literature and performance; critical skills in the close reading and analysis of texts both literary and non-literary; responsiveness to the central role of language in the creation of meaning; rhetorical skills of effective communication and argument, both oral and written; bibliographic skills appropriate to the discipline; understanding of the role of cultural norms in comprehension and judgement; and awareness of how different social and cultural contexts affect the nature of language and meaning. The wide range of reasoning, research, independent learning, communication and organisational skills acquired from this programme equips graduates to pursue further study or employment in English and related disciplines, and is readily transferable to a variety of commercial, cultural and professional careers.
Programme Outcomes
Students are expected to have Knowledge and Understanding of: Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods: and assessed using the following methods:
A substantial number of authors and texts from different periods of literary history
Different critical and theoretical approaches in the study of literature, language and performance, and of the literary, cultural and historical contexts that inform both the writing and reading of texts and performance
Thematic and generic links between texts across a wide historical range
One or more specialised area(s) of English Language and Linguistics: its theories, historical varieties, methods of discovery and major conceptual paradigms
The structure and character of the English language, including phonology, lexis, grammar and discourse
Analytic practices in the description of the English language and traditions in linguistic theory;
Current methodologies and practices used in linguistic research
The variation of English language in different situational and developmental contexts and the theoretical frameworks within which such variety is studied
The grammar, discourse and lexis of varieties of English and critical and cultural frameworks within which such variation is studied
(Year Abroad only) Demonstrate the ability to study relevant topics at an international institution and appreciate the difference between study in the UK and overseas.
(1-9) Lectures and seminars; an individually supervised dissertation at LH; peer-review of formative essays and formative presentations.

(10) Year abroad
1. and 2. Assessment by written assignment, essay, portfolio, presentation. Students may choose to write a dissertation or research project in this area (BA only).
3. Assessment by written assignment, essay, portfolio, presentation.
4. Assessment by written assignment, essay, portfolio, presentation. Students may choose to write a dissertation or research project in this area (BA only). 5., 6., 7., 8 and 9. Assessment is by written assignment, essay and portfolio. Students may choose to write a dissertation or research project in this area (BA only). 10. Assessed as required by host institution (Year Abroad only)
Students are expected to have attained the following Skills and other Attributes: Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods: and assessed using the following methods:
Engagement with texts, primary and secondary: By the end of L C: the ability to demonstrate confidence in studying and critically analysing whole novels, plays, poems and films of different kinds and lengths; By the end of L I: the ability to read and locate, literary texts from different periods and genres; By the end of L H: the ability to synthesise a wide range of primary and secondary reading and the ability to range independently in their reading beyond prescribed texts in order to diversify and contextualise their study evidenced in a piece of independent research.
The capacity for independent thought and judgement, and the ability to handle information and argument in a critical and self-reflective manner: By the end of L C, the ability to discuss the rationale for key differences between university-level literary study and the methods and expectations experienced at earlier stages of education, and to apply critical and theoretical approaches to the reading of texts; By the end of L I, the ability to construct arguments informed by, but not dependent upon, secondary material; By the end of L H, the ability to construct detailed, balanced and substantiated critical arguments to locate those arguments in their appropriate scholarly fields and to formulate independent research questions.
The ability independently to use libraries, catalogues, bibliographies and other appropriate reference sources; to make appropriate use of the internet, the e-library, the physical library and other appropriate libraries; and to choose and use suitable editions of literary texts, applying a basic understanding of textual transmission, evidenced by the ability to document, cite and present, according to an agreed stylesheet of scholarly written work.
Effective communication skills and the ability to apply these in appropriate contexts, including the ability to present sustained and persuasive arguments cogently and coherently; the ability to write correctly and effectively in appropriate academic prose and to apply an understanding of the qualities valued in a literary essay.
The ability to work with and in relation to others through the presentation of ideas and information and the collective negotiation of solutions.
Information technology skills that contribute to digital literacy such as word-processing and the acquisition, use and critical evaluation of data in electronic formats.
Time-management and organisational skills, as shown by the ability to plan and present conclusions effectively in timed assignments the ability to carry out a substantial piece of independent research and to present it in writing, and the ability to budget time and prioritise work to meet deadlines.
Cross-cultural awareness (ability to understand, communicate effectively and interact with people across cultures)
To develop a range of marketable skills including problem solving, communication, patience and perseverance, determination, self-motivation, analytical and study skills through direct interactions with society and institutions in another country.
1. 5. and 7. Lectures and seminars; an individually supervised dissertation at LH; peer-review of formative essays and formative presentations.
2. Lectures and seminars; an individually supervised dissertation at LH;
3. 4. and 6. Lectures and seminars;
8. and 9. Year Abroad only
1. 2. 3. 4. 6 and 7: Assessment by written assignment, essay, portfolio, presentation. Students may choose to write a dissertation or research project in this area (BA only).
5. Assessment by written assignment, essay, portfolio, presentation.
8. and 9. Assessed as required by host institution