Programme And Module Handbook
 
Programme Specification


Date Specification Approved 26/08/2022
College College Arts and Law
School Eng, Drama, & Creative Studies
Department Film and Creative Writing
Partner College and School Computer Science
Collaborative Organisation and Form of Collaboration
Qualification and Programme Title B.A. English and Film with Year in Computer Science Full-time
Programme Code 204H
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 Literature and Film is a Single Honours Programme, including study in ancillary disciplines. It is characterised by a wide study, methodologically and theoretically informed, of the range of literature in the English language, and by a rigorous study of film and television in their critical, theoretical, industrial and creative contexts. It aims to produce individuals who possess a broad range of knowledge and understanding of English literature and film; critical skills in the close reading and analysis of literary and audiovisual texts; rhetorical skills of effective communication and argument, oral, written and filmed; developed competence in practical filmmaking; detailed awareness of and interaction with industry; and bibliographical skills appropriate to the disciplines. The wide range of reasoning, research, independent and collaborative learning, communication, organisational and creative skills acquired from this programme equips graduates to pursue further study in English, Screen Media or related arts and humanities disciplines, and is readily transferable to a wide range of commercial, cultural and professional careers.,

For year abroad only:
Study abroad will provide students with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the society and culture of a foreign country while gaining experience of a different academic environment and way of teaching. The year abroad also provides an opportunity for students to improve their existing language proficiency (where applicable) as well as enhancing their organisation and communication skills and their employability through a proven ability to succeed in a foreign setting.
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 and film history (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
Different critical and theoretical approaches in the study of literature as process and product, and of the literary, cultural and historical contexts that inform both the writing and reading of texts (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
The creative and practical processes involved in the production of practical filmmaking, with reference to both generic and genre/media-specific conventions and practices (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
Thematic, generic and stylistic links between written/audiovisual texts across a wide historical range (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
Theories, historical varieties, methods of discovery and major conceptual paradigms in specialised areas of English Literature and Film (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
Different critical and theoretical approaches in the study of film and television texts as process and product, and of the cultural and historical contexts that inform both the creation and reception of texts (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
Demonstrate the ability to study relevant topics at an international institution and appreciate the difference between study in the UK and overseas. (BA, DipHE - Year Abroad Only)
1-6, Lectures and seminars; (for BA only) an individually supervised dissertation at LH; virtual learning environments
7. Year abroad
1-6, Presentation, written assignment/essay/portfolio and (for BA only) dissertation.
7, Assessed as required by host institution
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 whole novels, plays, poems and films of different kinds and lengths; By the end of L I: the ability to read, with understanding, 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 (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
The capacity to analyse and critically examine diverse forms of discourse, in literature and film, including own work and the work of peers: By the end of L C, the ability to apply notions of genre through interpretive practice and close reading; By the end of L I, the ability accurately to locate literary and film texts in relevant historical and generic contexts; and to analyse the literary effects produced by different types of intertextuality; By the end of L H, the ability to choose appropriate modes of analysis and apply them effectively to primary texts in the course of a piece of independent research. (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
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; 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; and to locate those arguments in their appropriate scholarly fields. (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
The capacity to employ a range of generic and genre-specific filmmaking skills, facilitating the production of polished, original and sustained writing in key media and/or film genres. (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
The ability to reflect on own filmmaking ‘as process’, with reference to the practical and theoretical challenges presented at each stage of the degree, demonstrating self-awareness and self-direction.
The ability to independently 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. (BA, DipHE, CertHE)
The capacity to analyse and critically examine diverse forms of discourse, and from both reader/viewer and practitioner perspectives
The capacity for independent thought and judgement, and the ability to handle information and argument in a critical and self-reflective manner.
Independent study skills (self-organisation, initiative and self-direction; time management; autonomous research skills; the ability to collect, organise, synthesise and evaluate information; planning, drafting and editing
The ability to produce an extended piece of academic writing, drawing on independent study skills acquired on the programme
Transferable skills relevant to employment, including problem-solving, self-reliance, initiative, adaptability, flexibility, resilience, self-motivation, and competences such as note-taking, the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, ability to use and manipulate digital resources and to present information and ideas effectively using ICT.
Ability to summarise, synthesise, analyse and evaluate others’ arguments, and to formulate their own logical and structured arguments, normally both orally and in writing, with appropriate supporting evidence
Ability to work as a member of a team in a range of contexts, including the capacity to listen, to respond flexibly to feedback, to understand diverse perspectives, and to negotiate solutions collectively
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.
1-13, Lectures and seminars; (for BA only) an individually supervised dissertation at LH; peer-review of formative essays and formative presentations; virtual learning environments.
14-15, Year abroad
1-13, Assessment by group/individual presentation, individual assignment/essay and (for BA only) dissertation.

14-15, Assessed as required by host institution