(MA) Master of Arts
Avant-Gardes
Withdrawn
University of Essex
University of Essex
Literature, Film, and Theatre Studies
Colchester Campus
Masters
Full-time
Communication, Media, Film and Cultural Studies
MA Q23E12
10/05/2023
Details
Professional accreditation
None
Admission criteria
We will consider applications with an overall grade of 2:2 and above, in a relevant discipline.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) code
IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum component score of 5.5, except 6.5 in writing
If you do not meet our IELTS requirements then you may be able to complete a pre-sessional English pathway that enables you to start your course without retaking IELTS.
Additional Notes
The University uses academic selection criteria to determine an applicant’s ability to successfully complete a course at the University of Essex. Where appropriate, we may ask for specific information relating to previous modules studied or work experience.
Course qualifiers
A course qualifier is a bracketed addition to your course title to denote a specialisation or pathway that you have achieved via the completion of specific modules during your course. The
specific module requirements for each qualifier title are noted below. Eligibility for any selected qualifier will be determined by the department and confirmed by the final year Board of
Examiners. If the required modules are not successfully completed, your course title will remain as described above without any bracketed addition. Selection of a course qualifier is
optional and student can register preferences or opt-out via Online Module Enrolment (eNROL).
None
Rules of assessment
Rules of assessment are the rules, principles and frameworks which the University uses to calculate your course progression and final results.
Additional notes
None
External examiners
External Examiners provide an independent overview of our courses, offering their expertise and help towards our continual improvement of course content, teaching, learning, and assessment.
External Examiners are normally academics from other higher education institutions, but may be from the industry, business or the profession as appropriate for the course.
They comment on how well courses align with national standards, and on how well the teaching, learning and assessment methods allow students to develop and demonstrate the relevant knowledge and skills needed to achieve their awards.
External Examiners who are responsible for awards are key members of Boards of Examiners. These boards make decisions about student progression within their course and about whether students can receive their final award.
Programme aims
1. To enhance acquaintance with practice and theory of creative production across genres and disciplines
2. To provide courses that open paths to fertile areas of interdisciplinary work
3. To provide students with a structured introduction to advanced material and advanced perspectives in their fields of specialisation
4. To encourage students to work independently as writers and scholars in specific fields of investigation and to formulate and present a reflective and critical view of their work
5. To enhance student career prospects
6. To prepare qualified students for progression to doctoral research, with a view to entering the literary or academic professions
7. To provide students with an introduction to advanced creative and critical material
8. To encourage students to work independently
Learning outcomes and learning, teaching and assessment methods
On successful completion of the programme a graduate should demonstrate knowledge and skills as follows:
A: Knowledge and understanding
A1: A range of literature, film and art work in special subject areas
A2: Context for the study of the writers and artists taught
A3: Critical opinion and significant debates on specialist areas
A4: The interrelation of the writing studied with literary/critical thinking about it
A5: Advanced methods of critical and/or creative practice
A6: Appropriate research techniques and methodologies
A7: Major cultural domains, literary contexts, & theoretical parameters
Learning methods
Principal methods of delivery of A1-7 is through practical workshops and seminars, which will include: reflection on work-in-progress; visiting lecturers; analysis of key texts, films and art works; writing workshops and exercises; field trips.
Assessment methods
Formal assessment is by coursework (four pieces) and dissertation. Assignments are 5000 words, normally an essay, or creative writing with a commentary or accompanying essay. Dissertations are normally 20,000 words.
B: Intellectual and cognitive skills
B1: Question received thinking and practice
B2: Develop their own thinking and writing
B3: Analyse and evaluate creative and critical work at advanced levels
B4: Argue coherently and persuasively
B5: Reason critically and creatively in an environment of complex ideas
B6: Adopt critical positions in reading texts
B7: Analyse and evaluate creative methodologies at advanced levels
Learning methods
B1-B7 are developed through seminars and workshops.
Assessment methods
B1-7 are assessed through essays, or creative writing with a commentary or accompanying essay, and a dissertation.
C: Practical skills
C1: Organise and structure an extended work, advancing clear critical positions
C2: Use advanced theoretical terms
C3: Compile and present extended bibliographies
C4: Provide references according to accepted conventions
C5: Use libraries and IT to gain access to a variety of creative and critical sources
C6: Work in a creative and professional manner
Learning methods
Students develop C1-7 through independent research, lecturer feedback, peer feedback, and their own critical reflection.
Assessment methods
C1 is assessed through the submission of an original dissertation.
C2-7 are assessed through essays, creative assignments and commentaries.
D: Key skills
D1: The ability to communicate information, arguments and ideas cogently and effectively in a range of different contexts, both orally and in writing
D2: Typing and word-processing skills; use of electronic library catalogues and email
D3: Management of projects and timetables. Researching, understanding and organising information
D4: Ability to interact with others and to understand and grasp different perspectives
D5: Developing independent time management skills and initiative, working autonomously and making use of feedback from others to improve own work
Learning methods
Students develop D1-6 in class discussion and workshops and class preparation, as well as writing and interaction outside the classroom.
Assessment methods
Key skills are assessed through essays, creative writing accompanied by a commentary and a dissertation.