(MA) Master of Arts
Jungian and Post-Jungian Studies
Current
University of Essex
University of Essex
Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies
Colchester Campus
Masters
Full-time, part-time or by credit accumulation
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MA C89312
26/09/2012
Details
Professional accreditation
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Admission criteria
A degree with an overall 2:1.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) code
IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum component score of 5.5
Course qualifiers
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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).
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Rules of assessment
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Additional notes
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External examiners
Mr Christopher Hauke
Senior Lecturer
Goldsmiths College
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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.
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Programme aims
This course, which can be studied part-time over 24 months or full-time over 12 months takes an informative, critical, and reflective stance to Jungian and Post-Jungian thought.
It analyses in detail key texts of Jung on myth, science, religion, and society as well as on psychological theory; investigates the historical, philosophical, and cultural background of analytical psychology; examines the central theoretical concepts of the field both as originally proposed by Jung and as developed by subsequent analytical psychologists; and explores the applicability of Jungian and Post-Jungian modes of enquiry in diverse social and cultural fields with special reference to pressing problems in contemporary Western societies.
It also prepares students to undertake independent research on topics involving Jungian and Post-Jungian thought.
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: Thorough knowledge and critical understanding of Jung's writings on myth and of the various means (empirical, philosophical, rhetorical, etc.) by which he articulates and substantiates his psychological theory and deploys it in his critique of science, religion, and society.
A2: Thorough knowledge and critical understanding of the location of analytical psychology within the context of other relevant historical, cultural, philosophical, methodological, socio-political, and clinical dismodules.
A3: Thorough knowledge and critical understanding of the core ideas in Jungian and post-Jungian thought.
A4: Thorough knowledge and critical understanding of the possibilities and limitations of applying analytical psychology to various socio-cultural fields or topics.
Learning methods
A1 to A4 are acquired primarily through the four modules Key Texts of C. G. Jung (PA971) addressing A1, Jung in Contexts (PA972) addressing A2, Key Concepts in Jungian and Post-Jungian Psychology (PA973) addressing A3, and Selected Applications of Analytical Psychology (PA974) addressing A4.
These modules consist of set readings and seminars that include exposition by the seminar leader, group discussion, and small group work.
Outcomes A1 to A4 are additionally acquired from research forums, individual dissertation research, one-to-one tutorials, written feedback on essays, and encouragement of students’‘ independent learning.
Assessment methods
Outcomes A1 to A4 are assessed by three 5,000-word essays and a 12,000-word dissertation.
The essays relate specifically to the four modules mentioned above (outcome A1 is assessed by an essay for module PA971; A2 by an essay for PA972; A3 by an essay for PA973; and A4 by an essay for PA974).
B: Intellectual and cognitive skills
B1: Ability critically to evaluate the guiding ideas, underlying assumptions, forms of argument, and uses of Jung.
B2: Ability to evaluate critically both primary and secondary sources for the historical, cultural, and philosophical contexts of analytical psychology.
B3: Ability to evaluate the coherence and significance of theories and concepts within analytical psychology.
B4: Ability to apply analytical psychological theory to a chosen cultural or social issue, remaining aware of the methodological problems involved.
B5: Ability to design and carry out a research project.
Learning methods
Outcomes B1 to B4 are acquired through the four modules Key Texts of C. G. Jung (PA971) addressing B1, Jung in Contexts (PA972) addressing B2, Key Concepts in Jungian and Post-Jungian Psychology (PA973) addressing B3, and Selected Applications of Analytical Psychology (PA974) addressing B4.
These modules consist of set readings and seminars that include exposition by the seminar leader, group discussion, and small group work.
Along with outcome B5, outcomes B1 to B4 are also acquired from, research forums, individual dissertation research, one-to-one tutorials, feedback on essays, and encouragement of students’‘ independent learning.
Assessment methods
Outcomes B1 to B4 are assessed by three 5,000-word essays and B5 by a 12,000-word dissertation.
Outcome B6 is assessed by the cumulative learning journal on a pass or fail basis.
The essays relate specifically to the four modules mentioned above (outcome B1 is assessed by an essay for module PA971; B2 by an essay for PA972; B3 by an essay for PA973; and B4 by an essay for PA974).
The dissertation (PA981) especially addresses B5 but also assesses all the intellectual and cognitive skills acquired on the course.
C: Practical skills
C1: Ability to compose knowledgeable, critical, appropriately referenced, coherently structured, and clearly written academic essays.
C2: Ability to undertake a substantial research project, applying appropriate theoretical and methodological frameworks and making effective use of library and other relevant resources (including electronic ones).
C3: Ability to produce a dissertation as a longer piece of written work that demonstrates all the qualities mentioned in C1 but is based on more in-depth research.
Learning methods
Outcome C1 is acquired primarily through individual work on essays, one-to-one tutorials, research forums, written feedback on essays, and basic guidance included in the Post-Graduate Student Handbook and MySkills pages on the University website.
Outcomes C2 and C3 are acquired by the same means as C1 and additionally by individual dissertation work, scheduled introductions to the University Library, and research forums.
Assessment methods
Outcome C1 is assessed by three 5,000-word essays and C2 and C3 by a 12,000-word dissertation.
D: Key skills
D1: Ability to write clearly, coherently, and concisely.
D2: (a) Ability to present word-processed essays and dissertation
(b) Ability to participate in email discussions
(c) Ability to make use of electronic research resources.
D4: Ability to identify, clarify, and propose solutions for problems within the field of analytical psychology.
D6: (a) Ability and willingness to discuss ideas with seminar leaders tutors/supervisors, and fellow students.
(b) Ability to respond positively to constructive oral and written feedback.
Learning methods
Outcomes D1 (a) and D6 (b) are acquired through the writing of essays and the dissertation, one-to-one tutorials, and attention to essay feedback.
Outcomes D6 (a) and D6 (b) are acquired through participation in seminars, research forums, and one-to-one tutorials.
Outcomes D2 (a) to D2 (c) are acquired through general participation in the culture of the University and the requirements of the degree, such participation being encouraged throughout the students period of study.
Outcome D4 (a) is acquired through writing essays and the dissertation and through research forums.
In all modules, students are encouraged to present ideas both in writing and orally in a manner that is intelligible to and respectful of others; to use knowledge and understanding to help further group discussions; and to give and receive constructive criticism in group discussions.
Assessment methods
Outcomes D1, D2 (a), D2 (c), and D4 are assessed by the three 5,000-word essays and the 12,000-word dissertation.