IR5009 - UK Politics Beyond Westminster

I will learn by attending lectures where I will be presented with an introduction to the academic debates in relation to the key concepts and theories explored in this module; class and nation. The lectures will provide an overview of the main changes to the UK political system and highlight how these relate to debates about identity. In seminars I will consolidate my knowledge and understanding through student—led discussion which will also develop my ability to think critically and formulate a clear argument based on appropriate evidence.

My academic development will be facilitated through engagement with the academic literature and other sources of evidence as directed within the module. This includes drawing on the case studies and examples presented. To enhance my learning experience I will make an effort to engage with a wider range of literature and appropriate sources of evidence beyond that presented within the module. I will use the opportunities in seminars to engage with my peers in debate and reflect on the formative feedback provided to develop my knowledge and understanding. I will aim to make connections with other modules and use this module as a mechanism to more fully develop my intellectual and communication skills.

All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)

Knowledge & Understanding:
about:

1. Key episodes in recent UK political history and the changing nature of the UK political system

2. Key theoretical debates about political identities and the character of the UK political system


Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
At the end of this module I will be able to:

3. Accurately describe alternative conceptual and theoretical positions and evaluate rival theories with reference to appropriate empirical material

4. Apply the frameworks from the theoretical debates to structure an empirical discussion with appropriate evidence to support argumentation


Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
At the end of this module I will be able to:

5. Synthesise complex information and construct an argument based upon appropriate evidence

Formative feedback on my contribution in small group seminar presentations and discussions.

Two summative assessments:
Conceptual discussion based on images (1500 words. worth 30% of module) This will assess my knowledge and understanding of the key concepts and theories covered within the module (MLOs 2, 3)
Essay (2000 words ; 70% of module) which will assess my knowledge and understanding of the changing nature of UK political system in the context of political identities. To test the application of my critical analysis skills and my ability to make an argument with the appropriate evidence (MLOs 1-5)

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Please find details of this module in the other sections provided.