Newcastle University

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This module provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to discuss ‘race’ and racism in an informed, sensitive and critical fashion, making links between ‘race’ and other cultural identities based on class, gender and sexuality. Drawing on theoretical perspectives developed within media and cultural studies, heritage, sociology, history, linguistics and anthropology, students will explore current debates around ‘race’, identity and popular culture through the prism of cultural theory. They will learn about what ‘race’ is and where it comes from, and how racism can be seen as multiple, fluent and historically contingent. Students will develop the skills to think and write about contemporary ‘race’ issues with diligence and precision, and will gain a critical understanding of the role played by media and popular culture in reproducing (and resisting) racist discourse

This module introduces students to anthropology which is the study of human diversity and sameness. The module explores the amazingly varied ways that people across the world live, think and relate to one another, as well as the question of what is shared in the experience of being human. The module introduces students to the practice of ethnography – the direct, in-depth study of ways of life – which is at the heart of anthropology

Computing methods are of great use in a wide range of applications of pure and applied mathematics, as well as statistics. This module will introduce and develop familiarity with mathematical computing, relate this to problem solving techniques based on independent thinking, and develop the ability to apply such methods independently, towards specific goals in mathematical study and applications.

Since the beginning of human enquiry we have wondered what our place in the Universe is and if we’re alone. In order to answer these questions the branch of Astrophysics involves observing astronomical bodies and applying physical laws in order to understand them. This requires cutting edge observations across the electromagnetic spectrum as well as application of physics ranging from particle physics to general relativity. This module will introduce a basic understanding of how we observe astrophysical bodies and how we apply physical laws to those bodies in order to ultimately understand the Universe.

Computational methods are of great use in a wide range of applications of probability and statistics. Students will be introduced to additional concepts and techniques, some of increasing mathematical and computational sophistication. In implementing these methods, students will attain a deeper understanding of foundational probability and statistics, increasing competence with mathematical/statistical computing, and an increasing ability to use such methods independently, towards project-orientated goals.

The overall purpose of the module is to develop students’ understanding of the complex challenges faced by organisations / companies in the arena of sustainability and the linkages between these specific challenges and the wider UN Sustainable Development Goals. The module provides students with the opportunity to work with an external organisation on a problem and generate a sustainable solution. The students will work in small teams with colleagues from other degree programmes and bring principles and practice from their own disciplines to application within the solution. At the end of an intense period of development the team will pitch their idea to the challenge sponsor having considered social, economic and environmental aspects of their proposal. The module allows students to participate in a problem based, experiential learning challenge, and to consider future career development opportunities.

To enable students to gain knowledge of the fundamental processes and functions of key marine ecosystems. To provide an understanding of the importance of marine ecosystems in relation to their distribution and productivity, and introduce students to different organismal processes such as feeding strategies, reproductive strategies and adaptations to biotic and abiotic factors. To relate knowledge of organisms in different ecosystems to each other and compare organisms in different environments. To appreciate the specific uniqueness of the plankton to marine systems and their role in life-history processes, marine food-webs and their responses to environmental change.

“The module provides an introduction to the practice of managing people in organisations. It examines management as a social process, and offers a critical understanding of how management is performed, why and with what effect. Alongside the practical and theoretical, the module explores the art of management considering the aesthetic, emotional and psychological aspects of work.

1.Introduction to managing people
2.Strategy and Models of HRM
3.Equality and Diversity
4.Workforce planning/talent management and flexibility
5.Recruitment and selection
6.Induction and culture
7.Performance management/appraisal
8.Employee Relations/Grievance and Discipline
9 Downsizing and Redundancy.preparing case study and review.”

“To develop knowledge and understanding of the molecular and cell biology underlying a specific immune response, and to describe how such responses can protect against infection.

Outline Of Syllabus:
Antibodies, T cell receptors and MHC molecules
Genetics of antigen recognition systems
Lymphocyte development
Lymphocyte activation
Regulation of immune responses
Antibody use in research/healthcare
Immunity against infection/immunization”

“The lecture material provides the theoretical framework for ecology and conservation and will cover topics such as:
• Introduction to ecological concepts
• Research methods in ecology
• Climate, air, water and chemicals
• Intraspecific and interspecific interactions, predation
• Succession, population dynamics, communities, biogeography
• Ecotoxicology, applied ecology
• Conservation principles, policy and practice
• Valuing biodiversity
• Threats to biodiversity
• Conservation of habitats, populations and species
• Practical Conservation
• Conservation and Human Societies
• UN Sustainable Development Goals
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This module is designed to enable students to develop an awareness of theories and ideas from a range of disciplines relating to architecture, cities, space and the production of the built environment. Students will learn to recognise how factors external to the practice of architecture, such as planning, regulation, economy, diverse cultures, ways of living and thinking about the world, influence both the production of the built environment and the frameworks we use to evaluate it. They will also learn to appreciate the complex interplay between architects’ designs, techniques and practices and their theoretical approaches, principles and political aspirations (such as ecology, participation, diversity, critique) in architectural cultures since the late 19th century to the present day.

“Objectives of this module are:
– To introduce and provide a foundation for the study of human geography
– To outline the practice of human geography at University level
– To introduce core concepts for thinking about global and local life
– To provide an understanding of the complex interconnections underpinning everyday life across the globe.”

The module will typically include weeks focussed on a text or a theme – from across the nineteenth and twentieth centuries – and then a response to that text. Particular attention will be paid to historical and social context and to different critical approaches.

The course will develop an understanding of British culture through analysis of a range of topics, examples of topics may include: social class, the arts, film and television, fashion and music, and contemporary Britain. Areas of study (which may change each academic year) will focus on contemporary trends and debates within a historical context.

“Language is a fundamentally human behaviour that shares some features with communication systems in other animals. Practically all humans learn one or more languages and use them in their daily activities, in interaction and in thought. As language users we can speculate about the nature of language based on our own experiences, but experiences alone cannot lead us to insights into how language evolved, how we acquire it so quickly as young children, how it varies across communities and how that variation is constrained.

In this module you are introduced to a range of topics and open questions concerning language as part of human cognition. You are also introduced to a range of methods that can be used to interrogate these questions that complement human experience with scientific reasoning. You will also discover how topics in linguistics interface and interact with other disciplines of study such as psychology and computer science.

Moreover, this module inducts you into university-level study by foregrounding the academic skills and processes that underpin rigorous study at all levels and encouraging ongoing reflection on your own learning trajectory and skills/knowledge development.”

“This module provides a comprehensive survey of the complex and dynamic international environment in which business organisations operate. Areas covered include:
• locating globalisation and the internationalisation of business in a historical context
• background to and reasons for today’s international regimes of global economic governance
• overview of technological and social drivers of change in the global economy
• development and regulation of global trade, investment and finance
• changing role of the state within the global environment
• trends in the internationalisation of business and in the evolving relationship between business and society
• impact of emerging economies
• introduction to relevance of business to major global societal challenges”

“The aims of this module are:
To introduce students to major themes in the art, architecture and archaeology of Greece and Rome.
To develop students’ knowledge of the technical terminology used in the study of Classical Art and Archaeology.
To introduce students to methods for the analysis of Classical Art and Archaeology.
To introduce the Classical collections held in the Great North Museum.

In terms of the syllabus, topics vary from year to year. They might include: Iron Age Greece; Orientalising; Panhellenic Sanctuaries; Greek Temple Architecture; Athens and Sparta; Greek Painted Pottery; Domestic Housing; Burial, Early Rome; The Augustan Cultural Revolution; The Flavians; Architecture of Rom”

“This module aims to introduce students to the fundamental principles of cell biology and biodiversity.

Explore the biophysical chemistry of living systems, including the roles of cell membranes

Consider the specialised function of specific cell types and communication within and between cells”

Will the 21st century witness a ‘clash of civilizations’? Or is history leading towards ever increasing forms of liberal democracy? Structured around the concepts of order and disorder in the international system, this module introduces students to key ideas and events of 20th century history. It focuses on those events which have led to the most dramatic changes in politics at the national and international levels and which have helped to shape the 21st century. The module provides a solid foundation for future studies in Politics and reinforces an element of progression in the programme. The module goes beyond merely discussing history by focusing on the relevance of historical events and their interpretations for contemporary politics. By presenting the material in an engaging fashion, the module seeks to enhance student motivation and encourage them to expand their knowledge of historical context through independent study.