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LO1. UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD Faculty of Social Sciences Division of Peace Studies Programme Title: BA (Hons) in Interdisciplinary Human Studies

Awarding and teaching University of Bradford institution: Final award: BA (Honours) [Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level 6] BA (Ordinary) [Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level 6] Diploma of Higher Education [Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level 5] Certificate of Higher Education [Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level 4] Programme title: Interdisciplinary Human Studies Programme approved / N/A accredited by: Duration: 3 years full time UCAS code: LQV0 Subject benchmark Sociology, Psychology, Philosophy, English statement(s):

FHEQ Level 4-6 Date produced: September 2003

Last updated : August 2015

LO2. Introduction

The BA in Interdisciplinary Human Studies includes the traditional humanities of Philosophy and English, together with the more recent sciences of Psychology and Sociology. In most universities these are left in departmental isolation, with a joint programme the only concession to the obvious territorial overlaps. Our BA Honours programme in Interdisciplinary Human Studies brings the human studies together, celebrating their complementarity and contrasts, and providing an opportunity for you to develop a rich background across the range of the disciplines concerned. You

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also have the opportunity to apply your focus to any of the individual subject areas enabling you to specialise in Philosophy, English, Psychology or Sociology.

LO3. Programme Aims

The programme is intended to: A1 Provide a supportive, structured environment in which you are encouraged to develop independent learning skills. A2 Develop subject knowledge and understanding, and provide education in discipline skills to enable you to pursue further programmes of study or careers in areas where social science skills are required or desirable. A3 Develop personal transferable skills to enable a significant proportion of graduates to pursue further programmes of study or careers in non-cognate fields.

LO4. Programme Learning Outcomes

Certificate in Higher Education When you have successfully completed Level 4 of the programme you will be able to: LO1. Understand and examine key conceptual frameworks within each discipline, including their characteristic modalities of expression and methods of enquiry. LO2. Report on and critique works from leading authors, significant controversies and critical debates in each field and use subject specific skills. Diploma in Higher Education When you have successfully completed Level 5 of the programme you will be able to: LO3. Apply subject specific skills to issues raised in each discipline, and bring a range of analytical and linguistic skills to bear on texts drawn from a single discipline. LO4. Compare the perspectives of different disciplines applied to the same topic. LO5. Write well, and tailor your writing effectively to audience and context. BA Honours* When you have successfully completed Level 6 of the programme you will be able to: LO6. Understand the relationship of empirical data to conceptual and theoretical issues. LO7. Co-operate with sensitivity and self-awareness in groups. LO8. Display familiarity with the possibility that many problems in the social sciences and humanities may admit of more than one approach and may have more than one solution. *Students attaining a BA (Ordinary) degree will meet the same learning outcomes, but on the basis of a smaller number of credits

2 LO5. Curriculum

The programme consists of 360 credits, made up of core and optional modules. You will take 120 credits at each stage.

Stage 1 [Level 4] Stage 1 of the programme aims to give a basic grounding in our four key disciplines; English, Philosophy, Psychology and Sociology. At the end of the year you should be able to write a competent essay in all of these disciplines and to discuss the issues raised within each of them in a confident and lucid way. Additionally in stage 1 we offer certain narrower and more focused 'skills' based modules: the aim of these is to provide a basic competence in logical thinking and argument, the use of language, and the appropriate utilisation of Information Technology. We give support in developing general skills such as essay writing techniques and book reviews.

Module Module Title Type Credits Level Study Code period SP-4016D Reasoning and Study Skills for Core 20 4 1 Humanities SP-4009D Literature and Society 1 : 1600 – Core 20 4 1 1914 SJ-4008L Introduction to Psychology Core 20 4 1 and 2 SP-4001L Introduction to Philosophy Core 20 4 1 and 2 SJ-4006D Introduction to Sociology Core 20 4 2 SP-4012D Twentieth Century Literature Core 20 4 2

Students who have achieved at least 120 credit points at Level 4 may exit the programme and are eligible for the award of Certificate of Higher Education.

Stage 2 [Level 5] In stage 2 of the BA in Interdisciplinary Human Studies programme we continue with discipline based modules but now we expect you to be grounded in the basic elements of the four key disciplines and to be able to deploy these disciplines more ambitiously, for example you could be addressing more methodological issues in the discipline or applying the discipline to broader fields. Some of these modules are assessed by seen examination papers, further developing examination techniques which will help you build towards the assessments of stage 3. The stage 2 assessments overall will eventually make up 20% of the final programme profile. We also begin advanced work in stage 2 that prepares for the greater freedom and depth of work in stage 3.

Module Module Title Type Credits Level Study Code period

SJ-5013D Race and Ethnicity Core 20 5 1 SP-5003D Philosophy of Natural and Social Core 20 5 1 Sciences SP-5001D Political Philosophy Core 20 5 2 SP-5028D History of Ideas: Copernicus, Core 20 5 2 Darwin and Freud SP-5017D Shakespeare Option 20 5 1 SP-5010D War, Democracy and Option 20 5 1 Consensus SP-5011D International Politics of the Cold Option 20 5 1 War 1945-1991 SP-5006D Global Governance Option 20 5 1 SP-5015D Imagined Identities in British Option 20 5 2 Literature SJ-5005D Popular Culture Option 20 5 2 SP-5012D Understanding Violence Option 20 5 2 SP-5027D Responding to Conflict Option 20 5 2

Students who have achieved at least 120 credit points at Level 5 may exit the programme and are eligible for the award of Diploma of Higher Education.

Stage 3 [Level 6] In stage 3 the largest component of the final year is a dissertation of 12,000-15,000 words. You choose your own topic, broadly within the four constituent disciplines of the programme, in co-operation with your final year co-ordinator towards the end of stage 2 and then from autumn until after Easter in stage 3 research you will individually on it, though with regular back-up from an assigned supervisor. The dissertation is considered by most students to be a satisfying culmination of the Interdisciplinary Human Studies programme: it is a demanding intellectual task but one that leaves you with a very tangible and fulfilling outcome. Many students see the dissertation as a welcomed preparation for their future career. Altogether, the stage 3 work (dissertation, interdisciplinary modules and discipline option modules) makes up 80% of the final programme profile.

Module Module Title Type Credits Level Study Code period SP-6003B Dissertation Core 60 6 1 and 2 SP-6022D The Nature of Time Core 20 6 1

SP-6005D Democracy and Authoritarianism Option 20 6 1 SJ-6011D Understanding Social and Option 20 6 1 Personal Identities Elective Elective 20 6 1

4 SP-6004D Human Rights Option 20 6 2 SP-6023D Currents of European Thought Option 20 6 2 Elective Elective 20 6 2 .

LO6. Teaching and Assessment Strategies

The teaching and learning strategy takes into consideration the learning outcomes, progression through the levels of study, the nature of the subject, and the need for you to take greater responsibility for your own learning as you progress through the programme. Modes of teaching will include group work, lectures, seminars, use of video and interactive and on-line exercises. All modules are supported by a ‘virtual learning environment’ which allows you easy access to overheads, lecture notes, PowerPoint presentations and other relevant teaching materials (hand-outs). Throughout the programme, you will acquire skills that will be useful not only in your chosen subject area, but in whatever profession you choose to follow. Looking back at stages 2 and 3 together, we assess you in a wide number of different ways – presentations, shorter and longer essays, different sorts of examination and a dissertation. We believe this makes for a fair test of your abilities, spreads out the pressure and helps develop a wide range of skills that will be useful to you after graduation.

LO7. Assessment Regulations

This Programme conforms to the standard University Assessment Regulations which are available at the following link: http://www.bradford.ac.uk/aqpo/ordinances-and-regulations/

Admission Requirements The University welcomes applications from all potential students regardless of their previous academic experience; offers are made following detailed consideration of each individual application. Most important in the decision to offer a place is our assessment of a candidate’s potential to benefit from their studies and of their ability to succeed on this particular programme. Entrance requirements for each programme will vary but consideration of your application will be based on a combination of your formal academic qualifications and other relevant experience. If you have prior certificated learning or professional experience which may be equivalent to parts of this programme, the University has procedures to evaluate this learning in order to provide you with exemptions from specified modules contained within the curriculum. Please talk to us if you do not fit the standard pattern of entry qualifications.

The University of Bradford has always welcomed applications from disabled students, and these will be considered on the same academic grounds as are applied to all applicants. If you have some form of disability you may wish to contact the programme leader before you apply. A typical offer to someone seeking entry through the UCAS scheme would be 240 points. However, applications are welcome from mature students (those over 21 years of age on entry) and candidates with non-standard qualifications or who, lacking academic qualifications, have significant relevant experience. On completion of a UCAS form you will be invited to the Faculty for an Applicant Visitor Day when you will have the opportunity to meet staff, view the facilities and discuss “the Bradford experience” with current students.

Learning Resources The JB Priestley Library on the city campus and our specialist library in the Faculty of Management and Law provide a wide range of printed and electronic resources to support your studies. We offer quiet study space if you want to work on your own, and group study areas for the times when you need to discuss work with fellow students. Subject librarians for each Faculty provide training sessions and individual guidance in finding the information you need for your assignment, and will help you organise your references properly. Student PC clusters can be found in all our libraries and elsewhere on the campus. Many of these are open 24/7. You can also use the University's wireless network to access the internet from your own laptop. Most of our online journals are available on the internet (both on and off campus), and you can also access your University email account, personal information and course-related materials this way. Staff are on hand during the daytime to help you if you get stuck, and there is a 24/7 IT helpline available.

Student Support and Guidance Programme Team Support for you personally and in your programme of study, will be provided both by the University and the Programme Team. You will be allocated a personal tutor who is someone with whom you will be able to talk about any academic or personal concerns. The Faculty will ensure that there is someone available with whom you feel comfortable to help and support you. You will be provided with a comprehensive series of handbooks that you can consult on a range of learning issues and your programme tutors will be available to consult on subject specific queries. Students’ Union We value the feedback provided by students and collaborate with the Students’ Union, through a system of Student representatives and formal staff student liaison committees, so that any issues you wish to raise are addressed rapidly. The Students’ Union provide professional academic representation and advice. The Students’ Union and the University of Bradford work in partnership to provide confidential counselling and welfare services where you can get help with any aspect

6 of your personal or academic life. Student Financial and Information Services (based in the Hub) will provide you with information about a diverse range of issues such as council tax, personal safety and tourist information. International Students can access a range of additional advice and support services through the Students’ Union. Employability and Career Development The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance their employability profile and capabilities through learning opportunities embedded within the curriculum. Furthermore, the University is committed to supporting students to develop their commitment towards a career pathway(s) and to implementing a career plan. Professional career guidance and development support is available throughout your time as a student and as a graduate from Career Development Services. The support available from Career Development Services includes a wide range of information resources, one to one appointments, a weekly workshop programme, a mentoring programme, graduate recruitment and careers fairs, plus information and help to find you part time work, summer work, placements, graduate internship programmes and graduate entry vacancies. In addition, some students as part of their programme of study may have the opportunity to complete a Career & Personal Development accredited module delivered by the Career Development Service. All students are encouraged to access Career Development Services at an early stage during their studies and to use the extensive resources available on their web site www.careers.brad.ac.uk. Career Development Services annually undertakes a survey of all graduates to find out their destination six months after graduation. The survey gathers data on the employment and further study routes graduates have entered and a range of other information including job roles, name and location of employers, salary details etc. The survey findings for each programme of study are presented on the programme information pages on the University website and via Career Development Services’ website www.careers.brad.ac.uk

Academic Skills Advice Service For undergraduate students who are looking to improve their marks during their time at university, study skills and maths advice is available to all regardless of degree discipline or level of study. Students can access a programme of interactive workshops and clinics which are delivered thought out the year. This is in addition to our extremely popular face-to-face guidance from our advisers, who also offer a wide range of online and paper based materials for self-study. http://www.bradford.ac.uk/academic-skills Disability Disabled students will find a supportive environment at Bradford where we are committed to ensuring that all aspects of student life are accessible to everyone. The Disability Service can help by providing support, advice and equipment to help you get the most out of your time at Bradford. It is a place where you can discuss any concerns you may have about adjustments that you may need, whether these relate to study, personal care or other issues. For more information contact the

Disability Service by phoning: 01274 233739 or via email: [email protected]

University Policies and Initiatives Learning and Teaching Our University approach to learning, teaching and assessment is encapsulated by an integrated set of themes and principles within our Curriculum Framework. All of our degree programmes have been designed to provide you with an inclusive and engaging learning environment which gives you the opportunity to thrive and develop in your area of study. Our research-informed programmes have a particular focus on developing your employability. We also place a strong emphasis on collaborative, real-world and enquiry-based learning, supported by appropriate learning technologies. Our assessment is designed not just to measure your achievement, but also to shape and guide your learning through preparing you for the increasing level of challenge as you progress through your degree. Together, these lead to you developing a distinctive set of graduate attributes which will prepare you for life beyond university. Ecoversity Ecoversity is a strategic project of the University which aims to embed the principles of sustainable development into our decision-making, learning and teaching, research activities campus operations and lives of our staff and students. We do not claim to be a beacon for sustainable development but we aspire to become a leading University in this area. The facilities we create for teaching and learning, including teaching spaces, laboratories, IT labs and social spaces, will increasingly reflect our commitments to sustainable development. Staff and student participation in this initiative is crucial to its success and its inclusion in the programme specification is a clear signal that it is at the forefront of our thinking in programme development, delivery, monitoring and review. For more details see www.bradford.ac.uk/ecoversity

Further Information For further information, please check the University prospectus or contact Admissions.

The Admissions Office The Admissions Office The University of Bradford Faculty of Social Sciences Richmond Road The University of Bradford Bradford, BD7 1DP Richmond Road UK Bradford, BD7 1DP

+44 (0)1274 233054 http://www.brad.ac.uk/ssis/social-sciences http://www.brad.ac.uk/courses/

8 The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the University's regulations and course approval, monitoring and review procedures.

LO9. 1. Programme Learning Outcomes

Level Code Title Type LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7 4 SP-4016D Reasoning and Study Skills for Humanities Core A 4 SP-4009D Literature and Society 1: 1600-1914 Core 4 SJ-4008L Introduction to Psychology Core 4 SP-4001L Introduction to Philosophy Core 4 SJ-4006D Introduction to Sociology Core 4 SP-4012D Twentieth Century Literature Core A 5 SJ-5013D Race and Ethnicity Core A A A 5 SP-5003D Philosophy of Natural and Social Sciences Core A 5 SP-5001D Political Philosophy Core A 5 SP-5028D History of Ideas: Copernicus, Darwin and Freud Core A A 5 SP-5017D Shakespeare Option A A 5 SP-5010D War, Democracy and Consensus Option A S A 5 SP-5015D Imagined Identities in British Literature Option A S 5 SP-5006D Global Governance Option A S A 5 SP-5011D International Politics of the Cold War 1945-1991 Option A A 5 SJ-5005D Popular Culture Option S A A 5 SP-5012D Understanding Violence Option A A A 5 SP-5027D Responding to Conflict Option A S A

10 © University of Bradford 6 SP-6003B Dissertation Core A A A A 6 SP-6022D The Nature of Time Core A 6 SJ-6011D Understanding Social and Personal Identities Option A A S 6 SP-6005D Democracy and Authoritarianism Option A S 6 SP-6004D Human Rights Option A S 6 SP-6023D Currents of European Thought Option A S Notes A = this outcome is formally assessed in the module S = this outcome is explicitly supported in the learning and teaching but is not formally assessed

4 SP-4016D Reasoning and Study Skills for Humanities X X X 4 SP-4009D Literature and Society 1: 1600-1914 X X 4 SJ-4008L Introduction to Psychology X 4 SP-4001L Introduction to Philosophy X 4 SJ-4006D Introduction to Sociology X 4 SP-4012D Twentieth Century Literature X X 5 SJ-5013D Race and Ethnicity X X X 5 SP-5003D Philosophy of Natural and Social Sciences X 5 SP-5001D Political Philosophy X 5 SP-5028D History of Ideas: Copernicus, Darwin and Freud X X 5 SP-5017D Shakespeare X 5 SP-5010D War, Democracy and Consensus X 5 SP-5015D Imagined Identities in British Literature X 5 SP-5006D Global Governance X 5 SP-5011D International Politics of the Cold War 1945-1991 X 5 SJ-5005D Popular Culture X 5 SP-5012D Understanding Violence X 5 SP-5027D Responding to Conflict X 6 SP-6003B Dissertation X 6 SP-6022D The Nature of Time X 6 SJ-6011D Understanding Social and Personal Identities X

Teaching and Learning Methods 1. Lectures 2. Seminars 3. Group work 4. Supervision 5. Presentations 6. Library sessions

Notes: Seminars frequently involve student-led short presentations, supported by academic staff, to facilitate discussions.

Level Code Title Type 1 2 4 5 6 SP-4016D Reasoning and Core X 4 Study Skills for Humanities SP-4009D Literature and Core X 4 Society 1: 1600- 1914 Introduction to Core X 4 SJ-4008L Psychology Introduction to Core X 4 SP-4001L Philosophy Introduction to Core X 4 SJ-4006D Sociology SP-4012D Twentieth Core X 4 Century Literature Race and Core X X 5 SJ-5013D Ethnicity SP-5003D Philosophy of Core X 5 Natural and Social Sciences Political Core X X 5 SP-5001D Philosophy 5 SP-5028D History of Ideas: Core X Copernicus, Darwin and

14 © University of Bradford Freud 5 SP-5017D Shakespeare Option X X War, Democracy Option X 5 SP-5010D and Consensus SP-5015D Imagined Option X 5 Identities in British Literature Global Option X X 5 SP-5006D Governance SP-5011D International Option X Politics of the 5 Cold War 1945- 1991 5 SJ-5005D Popular Culture Option X X X Understanding Option X 5 SP-5012D Violence Responding to Option X 5 SP-5027D Conflict 6 SP-6003B Dissertation Core X The Nature of Core X 6 SP-6022D Time Understanding Option X Social and 6 SJ-6011D Personal Identities Democracy and Option X 6 SP-6005D Authoritarianism 6 SP-6004D Human Rights Option X

Methods of Assessment 1. Coursework 2. Exam 3. Book review 4. Project 5. Online test 6. Presentation / In class assignment