Programme And Module Handbook
 
Programme Specification


Date Specification Approved 26/09/2014
College College Arts and Law
School History and Cultures
Department African Studies & Anthropology
Partner College and School Classics, AH and Archaeology
Collaborative Organisation and Form of Collaboration
Qualification and Programme Title B.A. Anthropology and Classical Literature and Civilisation Full-time
Programme Code 5143
Delivery Location Campus
Language of Study English
Length of Programme 3 Year(s)
Accreditations This programme has no outside accreditations
Aims of the Programme Classical Literature and Civilisation
The programme provides students the opportunity to explore the diversity of Greek and Roman culture, drawing together literature, drama, myth, religion, history, philosophy, and art. Students will analyse a wide range of evidence (material, written, digital) in a critical manner. The programme allows students to explore the interconnected nature of Greek and Roman societies with each other and other cultures of the Mediterranean and beyond. The Classical Studies programme contributes to students’ understanding of the origins of modern culture, enabling students to engage critically with the Classical world and its impact on the modern world.

The programme aims to:
  • facilitate intellectual development by encouraging independence and critical thinking.
  • provide a foundation for research into and further study of the Classical world.
  • To develop an innovative range of subject specific and transferable skills in research, analysis and presentation through the study and understanding of Classical Studies in the context of cognate disciplines.
  • develop an innovative range of subject specific and transferable skills in research, analysis and presentation through the study and understanding of Classical studies in the context of cognate disciplines.
  • instil sensitivity to the range of cultural similarities and differences that is of particular importance and value in modern multicultural societies.
  • provide the opportunity to study relevant ancient languages.
  • provide the broadest possible platform of transferable skills for both further study and intellectual training outside the Academy

For Year Abroad programme only:
The year 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. It also provides students with the opportunity to understand the approaches to the past and methodologies for its study employed in other countries or cultures.

For Computer Science programme only:
Computer Science is both an academic discipline in its own right and an enabling technology for other disciplines: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences as well as Science and Engineering. The focus here is firmly on Computer Science as an enabling technology. The programme aims to provide a solid, self-contained and coherent core of computer science suitable for combination with a variety of other academic disciplines. It aims to provide:

1. A grounding in the theory underpinning modern developments in computer science.
2. An introduction to practical software design and implementation.
3. A range of options in computer science to cater for a variety of interests and backgrounds.


To provide students with a rich and diverse learning experience. Foster students’ personal development so that they can demonstrate independence, initiative, self-management and the capacity for life-long learning. Train a pool of graduates who have detailed knowledge of specific societies and cultures and are able to compare human behaviour around the world. Train a pool of graduates who are able to bring relevant anthropological theory and methodology to bear upon complex situations and issues, and to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and views of the people being studied. Render students employable by training them in the transferable skills that are associated with all arts, humanities and social science degree programmes, including: identification of areas of enquiry and relevant source
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 core sample of Classical literature within its cultural and intellectual context

Critical and hermeneutic issues specific to the discipline of Classics

Classical civilisation in its original context through study and personal experience

In addition, students have the opportunity to have knowledge and understanding of an ancient classical language and some ancient texts

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.

The history of the discipline of Anthropology and the emergence of sub-fields
The importance of empirical fieldwork as the primary method of gathering data and as a basis for the generation of anthropological theory and the comparative study of human societies
The nature and extent of human diversity and commonality, and the different explanations that have been offered for this diversity
The ethical issues entailed in the study of social worlds and the representation of others, and the potential applications and misapplications of Anthropology
Classical Literature and Civilisation
Lectures, seminars, workshops, group project work, oral presentations, language classes, (for BA only) independent research (dissertation)
1. Lectures, seminars, independent reading and individual/group project work in subject-specific modules; research for the final-year independent study / dissertation modules
2. Lectures, seminars and independent reading in modules which deal specifically with ethnography and which require students to conduct an ethnographic project
3. Lectures, seminars, independent reading and individual/group project work in subject-specific modules; research for the final-year independent study / dissertation modules
4. Ethnographic project work and research for the final-year independent study / dissertation
Classical Literature and Civilisation
Examinations, extended essays, dissertation, seminar presentation, group work, commentaries reviews and other appropriate assessments, (for BA only) dissertation
Essays, timed exams, book reviews, project proposals and reports, independent study / dissertation
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:
Research, describe and analyse archaeological and literature based evidence and construct an informed synthesis from it in relation to current knowledge

Identify problems and questions and critically evaluate solutions and answers in theoretical and practical aspects of research into the ancient world

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

Year abroad only: To achieve an enhanced cultural awareness through direct interactions with society and institutions in another country. 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.

The ability to identify, assess and make use of different theoretical approaches within the discipline of Anthropology, including those which recognise and analyse social change and relations of power
The ability to identify an issue or area of enquiry; to question cultural assumptions about this issue; and to search for, select and evaluate relevant sources of information
The ability to interpret, synthesise, critically interrogate a range of primary and secondary sources, generated within and outside the area under study, and to reference these appropriately in their academic writing
To communicate their findings and their analysis clearly and coherently, both in written and oral formats
To work with a significant amount of independence, including self-direction, initiative and time-management
To listen effectively, work with others, and respond constructively to feedback
Classical Literature and Civilisation
1-2, 6-10: Lectures, seminars, independent study and research: essays at levels 1, 2 and 3, dissertation at level 3. Group project work: assessed at level 1 (project), informally at level 2 (Study Tour). Oral presentations: group presentation at level 1 (project), , individually at level 3 (Special Subject).

3-10. Lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshop discussions (including, at Stage 1 and 2, sessions with explicitly methodological contents and sessions involving individual and group presentations), independent study, close reading of texts, the design and construction of essays and other assessments.

11. Year Abroad (as delivered by host institution)
1. Lectures, seminars and independent reading throughout the degree programme; ethnographic project work; discussion with independent study / dissertation supervisor and feedback on drafts
2. Group presentations which require students work collaboratively to identify an area of enquiry and relevant sources of information; individual independent study / dissertations which require students to identify an area of enquiry and relevant sources of information, with support from a supervisor
3. Seminar discussions, workshops, and group activities during lecture sessions; feedback on drafts of independent studies / dissertations; feedback on essays and project reports
4. Seminar discussions, workshops, and group activities during lecture sessions; feedback on drafts of independent studies / dissertations; feedback on essays and project reports
5. Independent reading in all modules; individual and/or group research in modules in each year of the degree programme; feedback on drafts of independent studies / dissertations; feedback on essays and project reports
6. Group research for presentations, student-led workshops which support independent study / dissertation projects, feedback on drafts and discussion with independent study / dissertation supervisor
Classical Literature and Civilisation
1-2, 6-10. Examinations, extended essays, seminar presentation, group work, commentaries, reviews and other appropriate assessments, and (for BA only) dissertation

3-10. Exams, essays, coursework exercises, project work (and as part of several modules, group presentations).

11. Year Abroad Module (assessment as required by host institution).
Group presentations, project reports, essays, timed exams, book reviews, independent study / dissertation