This module introduces students to the legacy and role of Shakespeare in twentieth and twenty-first century culture. It is divided into two study blocks, focused on Shakespeare in society and Shakespeare and heritage culture. Students will explore a number of Shakespeare’s plays as they have been and are used and interpreted within these contexts.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of the significance of the role of Shakespeare’s cultural afterlife in society, and in heritage culture;
Identify and use critical scholarship on the role of Shakespeare in society and in heritage culture;
Analyse particular Shakespeare plays in terms of community engagement and heritage culture.
Assessment
33555-01 : DSA 1000 Word Essay : Coursework (30%)
33555-03 : DSB 2000 Word Essay : Coursework (70%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
The assessment for modules 33554 and 33555 is linked.