Introduction to Cultural StudiesLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

After completing the course, the student - identify key approaches and concepts in cultural research - has gained an introduction to the philosophical basis of scientific research in culture - knows the learning history of cultural studies - recognize the importance of research in understanding the phenomena of contemporary culture - has gained an idea of ​​how the knowledge of cultural research can be applied in society Generic competences: ethics, critical thinking, identification and development of expertise

Content

The course covers the diversity of the concept of culture as well as other key concepts in cultural research, as well as the philosophical foundations of cultural research, historical lines and theoretical developments, and recent trends and focus on contemporary culture.

Further information

Teachers: Tuulikki Kurki and other teachers. Timing: The first semester of bachelor studies Offer information: Compulsory course for students starting in the fall of 2018 or later as a major student in the degree program in Cultural Studies. Those who started as major students in the degree program in Cultural Studies before 2018 do not have to complete the introductory studies in Cultural Studies 20 ECTS (2120220 Fundamentals of Cultural Studies 5 ECTS, 2120221 Practices in Cultural Studies 5 ECTS, 2120222 Perspectives in Cultural Studies 5 ECTS However, if a student who started in 2013–2017 has not completed the compulsory course 2110018 Introduction to Cultural Studies and their Study 3 ECTS, he or she must take the course 2120222 Perspectives in Cultural Studies (5 ECTS) instead. The course is intended primarily for students majoring in the degree program in Cultural Studies and for open university students. Campus: Joensuu More information: Language of instruction: Finnish.

Execution methods

The course is completed by participating in contact teaching (lectures, assignments) in the autumn of the first year of study. JO students, transfer students, or other students in the degree program in Cultural Studies who are unable to participate in the fall of the first year of study can complete the course independently through learning assignments. The completion of the learning tasks is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course.

Accomplishment methods

Methods of performance: Lecture and examination, as well as assignments related to the course. Judging criteria: Approved performance includes 80% attendance, active participation, and a final exam.