Es ist eine neuere Version 2017W dieser LV im Curriculum Bachelor's programme Cultural Studies 2020W vorhanden.
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Workload
Education level
Study areas
Responsible person
Hours per week
Coordinating university
3 ECTS
B2 - Bachelor's programme 2. year
Cultural Science
Evelyne Glaser
2 hpw
Johannes Kepler University Linz
Detailed information
Pre-requisites
(*)IK Theory of intercultural Communication und Themen und Theorien der KUWI II bereits absolviert
Original study plan
Bachelor's programme Cultural Studies 2012W
Objectives
The course focuses on two core elements of comparison including cultures and historical periods.
Subject
Cultural phenomena are characterised by their variety and diversity: The course 'Comparative Research in Cultural Studies' introduces students to approaches and methods in comparative research within the field of cultural studies. Comparative research and case studies allow for a deeper understanding of what is exceptional about a given culture, for learning how to distinguish the specific from the general, and for seeking out universal traits of human cultures.
Criteria for evaluation
Examination: 60%; case studies and written summaries on topics covered in the readings and in class: 40%
Methods
Lecture, readings, case studies
Language
English
Changing subject?
No
Further information
The course can be designed to offer set content or be flexible in content.