Britain: Society and Culture (3op)

Arviointiasteikko

H-5

Tavoitteet

The course provides the student with an opportunity to familiarize him- or herself with various issues, which are important for an understanding of life in Britain today.

Upon successful completion of the course, the student should have a more life comprehensive understanding of life in Britain today.

Toteutustavat

Lectures and discussion, individual homework, some pair work and small group activities, 36 h. Individual homework.

Suoritustavat

Successful completion of the final exam, active participation in discussions, regular attendance.

Sisältö

An overview of British history taking into account the various countries of the United Kingdom: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and England. Focus on British media, government and politics, religion, the role of Empire and the Commonwealth today, racial and ethnic issues, education.

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1)

5-1/fail based on the final exam/paper and class participation.

Esitietovaatimukset

Upper secondary school or equivalent.