Intro to American Studies (T7044)
Introduction to American Studies
Module T7044
Module details for 2026/27.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
This module will introduce students to a range of key concepts, methodological tools, and theoretical approaches to the interdisciplinary study of American culture. In doing so, it will introduce the analytical and intellectual frameworks that they will use throughout their undergraduate American Studies degree and beyond. Throughout the module, these concepts, methods, and theories will be applied to a wide range of significant American cultural material, including film, music, images, and, of course, literature. The module also provides students with formal guidance and instruction in the practice of essay writing, referencing, and how to read academic texts effectively.
Module learning outcomes
Develop knowledge and understanding of 'interdisciplinarity' as underlying principle in American Studies.
Evaluate the principal features of American Studies as a discipline.
Develop in essay form interpretive arguments that draw upon American Studies methodologies and key analytical concepts.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (2000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 1 Tue 16:00 | 80.00% |
| Portfolio | Autumn Semester Week 9 Wed 16:00 | 20.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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