Economics 2022/23: January Cohort
Welcome to the Economics Moodle page for February 2023/24.
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative and summative assignment information for the Economics module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Nitin Kalra (nitin.kalra@rhul.ac.uk)
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to head of AES, Nicole Yip (nicole.yip@rhul.ac.uk) and she can tell you about the language support available to you.
If we ever need to arrange a zoom session, please use the following link (https://studygroup.zoom.us/j/92498255700)
IFY Introduction to Business Studies 2022/23: September cohort
Welcome to the Business Moodle page for September 2022/23.
This module will provide you with a broad introduction to Business and Management and prepare you for your undergraduate studies. It includes diverse areas such as starting new businesses, finance, marketing and leadership.
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative and summative assignment information for the Business module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Dr. Agha Ibiam (agha.ibiam@rhul.ac.uk)
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Nicole Yip (wai.yip@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
Tutor:
- Dr. Agha Ibiam (agha. ibiam@rhul.ac.uk)
Welcome to the CRS Moodle Page for September 2022/23.
Here you will find class materials, homework and asynchronous work information, independent study tasks and formative and summative information for the CRS Module.
Collaborative Research Skills (CRS) involves practicing the following skills:
(i) independent inquiry;
(ii) creative thinking and resourcefulness;
(iii) reflective learning;
(iv) team working;
(v) self-management.
You will be placed in teams in such a way that each team has a variety of pathways represented, encouraging the amalgamation of thoughts and ideas and thinking across disciplines.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact your module tutors. Your tutors are: Dr Elizabeth Kaplunov (elizabeth.kaplunov@rhul.ac.uk), Dr Jean-Baptiste de Vaulx (jean-baptiste.devaulx@rhul.ac.uk), Nicole Yip (wai.yip@rhul.ac.uk) and Dr Michael Yuan (xiaoguang.yuan@rhul.ac.uk).
If you need specific Academic English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Anna Miller (anna.miller@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
Mathematics is a requirement of many first degrees, including computer science, psychology and economics. The course aims to consolidate and build on your current knowledge and develop an understanding of statistics.
This module will take you through the practical aspects of collecting and representing data visually and numerically to enable interpretation and extrapolation. You will meet theoretical probability and both discrete and continuous probability distributions and learn how to make decisions. Your knowledge of scatter graphs will be refined to enable correlation and regression analysis.
It is an expectation that technology will be used where appropriate including, but not limited to, a scientific calculator (not graphical/programmable) and Microsoft Excel.
Finally, you will engage in group activities as well as working individually. The emphasis is on independent learning with the support of the group, class and teacher.
Remember,
“The only way to learn mathematics is to do mathematics.” – Paul Halmos
If you have any general module queries, have trouble competing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact Reza Abed (reza.abed@rhul.ac.uk), your Core Maths Module tutor.
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Nicole Yip (wai.yip@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
Welcome to the Biology Moodle Page for September 2022/23.
Here you will find class materials, homework and asynchronous work information, independent study tasks as well as formative/ summative information for the Biology module.
This module focuses on real-world applications, problem-solving, global challenges, enterprise and innovation. The curriculum inspires students to explore their discipline and, through this, seeks to kindle the learners' passion for and development within Biology.
During the module you will be learning about Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Genetics as well as Ecology. There will also be aspects of maths which includes using units, using ratios and percentages, dealing with orders of magnitude and plotting and using graphs.
If you have any general module queries, or you are having trouble with assessments or assignments or just want to discuss your progress then contact your tutor Dr Ali Behjou on ali.behjou@rhul.ac.uk
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Nicole, (Wai.Yip@rhul.ac.ukk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
IFY Pure Mathematics 2022/23: September Cohort
Tutor:
- Dr Reza Abed (reza.abed@rhul.ac.uk)
Welcome to the Pure Maths Moodle page for September 2022/23.
Pure Mathematics is the branch of mathematics that deals with abstract ideas. These ideas may or may not have any direct link with things in our day-to-day lives (or even with the real world/universe in general!) but they are extremely fascinating to work with. This module will help you think about mathematics in a logical but imaginative way!
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative and summative assignment information for the Literature module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Reza Abed: reza.abed@rhul.ac.uk
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Nicole, (Wai.Yip@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
IFY Applied Mathematics 2022/23: September/January Cohort
Welcome to your course in Applied Mathematics.
Whilst you will learn some mathematical rules, it is the processes and the ability to demonstrate those processes that is the most important aspect of this course, together with developing mathematical and logical thinking.
You will study some statistical methods that you can apply to real life situations. Statistical knowledge will be useful for those progressing to various science and business degrees.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading an assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact Linda Charlton (linda.charlton@rhul.ac.uk), the Module tutor for Applied Mathematics.
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Christopher Storrs -Fox (christopher.storrs-fox@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
Online Academic English Skills 2022/23: September Cohort
Welcome to the AES Moodle Page for September 2022/23 cohort.
This is the landing page where you will be directed to the AES online teaching and learning platform here. You will also find some AES-related documents, such as the Harvard Referencing manual, etc. To find out more about a section, simply click on the section title.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the Interim Head of English: Nicole Yip at wai.yip@rhul.ac.uk.
Your AES tutors for this academic year are:
- Seda Mills (Sedanur.Mills@rhul.ac.uk)
- Bess Chan (Bess.Chan@rhul.ac.uk)
- Dessi Ivanova (Dessislava.Ivanova@rhul.ac.uk)
- Matthew Lane (Matthew.Lane@rhul.ac.uk)
If you need to get in touch with your tutors, please email them to make an appointment.
IFY International Politics 2022/23: September Cohort
MODULE CONVENER: Dr Noman Hanif - noman.hanif@rhul.ac.uk
Welcome to the Politics Moodle page for September/January 2022/23
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative and summative assignment information for the Politics module. During the course you will explore key themes in global politics among which climate change, identity, power, colonialism, neoliberalism and political violence. Each theme draws out specific historical and geographical locations and uses a wide range of illustrative examples to examine the complexity of responses and to evaluate the broader theoretical approaches.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Dr Noman Hanif.
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Nicole Yip (wai.yip@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
IFY Social Science 2022/23: September Cohort
Welcome to the Social Science Moodle Page for IFY 2022/23 September cohort.
Why study Social Science & Sociology?
The students studying this module come from different parts of the globe and belong to diverse sociological categories (gender, ethnicity, social class, religion, sexuality and so forth). This is a rich sociological environment for studying sociology.
Sociology helps us to understand ourselves as individuals and as members of social groups. The learning in this module focuses on the social forces that shape our identities and actions, both individually and collectively. At the same, it enables us to acquire the critical thinking and skills that we need to take a more active role in creating better societies that promote our own and others' flourishing and well-being.
To find the material for each week's learning, click on the relevant tile on this Sociology Moodle page and you will see all the class materials, homework information, independent study tasks, and assessment information that you need for this module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble competing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact Dr Jean-Baptiste de Vaulx, your Sociology Module tutor at jean-baptiste.devaulx@rhul.ac.uk
If you need specific English writing help, please attend the AES writing workshop as well as the Language Support Drop-in clinic. For more information contact Christopher Storrs-Fox, head of English, at christopher.storrs-fox@rhul.ac.uk or your AES tutors.IFY Psychology 2022/23: September Cohort
Welcome to the Psychology Moodle Page for September 2022/23.
Here you will find class materials, homework and asynchronous work information, independent study tasks and formative and summative information for the Psychology Module.
Psychology is a very broad and fascinating subject that influences almost every part of our lives. This module will help you to learn about aspects of human behaviour and mental processes that will give you insights into how and why people think, act and feel the way that they do.
During this module, you will be learning about the history of how Psychology developed as a scientific discipline as well as the latest research involving modern methods and technology. We will begin by studying the assumptions behind the main theoretical approaches to Psychology before exploring core contemporary areas: Cognitive, Developmental, Biological and Social Psychology.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble competing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact Elizabeth Kaplunov, your Psychology Module tutor (elizabeth.kaplunov@rhul.ac.uk).
If
you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor
and/or Nicole Yip (wai.yip@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to
you.
Welcome to the Core Maths 1 (September cohort) 2022/23 module!
This module forms part of the International Foundation Year programme. The overall aim of this programme is to increase your confidence in using mathematics and develop your analytical processing and academic study skills to meet the mathematical demands of your chosen first degree course at Royal Holloway.
Mathematics is a requirement of many first degrees, including computer science, psychology and economics. The course aims to consolidate and build on your current knowledge and develop a greater understanding in calculus and algebra.
The course will include a review of basic arithmetic concepts important in science and algebra to generalise and solve problems. You will also meet basic calculus methods to enable problem solving and decision making.
It is an expectation that technology will be used where appropriate including, but not limited to, a scientific calculator (not graphical/programmable) and Microsoft Excel.
Finally, you will engage in group activities as well as working individually. The emphasis is on independent learning with the support of the group, class and teacher.
Remember,
“The only way to learn mathematics is to do mathematics.” – Paul Halmos
If you have any general module queries, have trouble competing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact Elizabeth Kaplunov (elizabeth.kaplunov@rhul.ac.uk) and Linda Charlton (linda.charlton@rhul.ac.uk), your Core Maths 1 Module tutors. Elizabeth Kaplunov is the tutor for Group 1 and Linda Charlton is the tutor for Group 2.
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Nicole Yip (wai.yip@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
IFY Physics 2022/23: September Cohort
Welcome to the Physics Moodle page for September 2022/23.
Physics is a requirement of many first degrees with a Physics component, including Engineering, Geology, and Computer Science. The course aims to provide students with a basic knowledge of Newtonian Physics, dynamics, electric circuits, electronics, electromagnetism, waves and atomic physics.
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative and summative assignment information for the Literature module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Reza Abed: reza.abed@rhul.ac.uk
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Nicole, (Wai.Yip@rhul.ac.ukk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
IFY Music 2022/23: September Cohort
Welcome to the Music Moodle page for September 2021-22!
Here you will find class materials, homework and asychronous information, and formative and summative assignment information for the Music module. In the music module, you will be doing two things: enhancing your
academic music skills (such as theory, harmony and history) and working
on your practical skills with a peripatetic teacher on an instrument of
your choice.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Dr Katie Cattell at Katie.Cattell@rhul.ac.uk
IFY Film and Media Studies 2022/23: September Cohort
Welcome to the Film and Media Studies (FMS) Moodle Page for September 2022/23. Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative & summative assignment information for the FMS module.
Over the past 100 years film and media has grown into an enormously powerful part of almost all societies in the world. Every aspect of modern living is affected by film and media both as an industry and cultural phenomenon. Indeed, film and media are integral features of our experience of modernity itself.
The module is designed to introduce you to a range of different theoretical approaches in the study of film and media and how these offer a deeper understanding of the ways texts operate within society more broadly.
Being a creative subject and within the Arts and Social Sciences pathway, this module also has some opportunities for you to demonstrate your creativity, which will give you a chance to illustrate your understanding and appreciation of visual language.
Finally, this module will help develop and sharpen your media literacy allowing you to argue and articulate complex and sophisticated ideas pertaining to the world of film and media.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact your FMS module tutor Dr Jean-Baptiste de Vaulx at jean-baptiste.devaulx@rhul.ac.uk.
If you need specific English writing help, please attend the AES writing workshop as well as the Language Support Drop-in clinic. For more information, please see your AES tutor and/or the Head of English, Nicole Yip (wai.yip@rhul.ac.uk)
IFY Introduction to Literature 2022/23: September Cohort
Welcome to the Literature Moodle page for September 2023/23.
Here you will find class materials, homework and asynchronous information, and formative and summative assignment information for the Literature module. During the course you will explore a variety of texts from around the
world and a number of different theories that we can use to interrogate
them, improving your critical skills as well as having the opportunity
to approach texts creatively.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Dr Katie Cattell at Katie.Cattell@rhul.ac.uk
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Nicole Yip (wai.yip@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
IFY Pure Mathematics 2021/22: September Cohort
Tutor:
- Dr Reza Abed (reza.abed@rhul.ac.uk)
Welcome to the Pure Maths Moodle page for September 2021/22.
Pure Mathematics is the branch of mathematics that deals with abstract ideas. These ideas may or may not have any direct link with things in our day-to-day lives (or even with the real world/universe in general!) but they are extremely fascinating to work with. This module will help you think about mathematics in a logical but imaginative way!
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative and summative assignment information for the Literature module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Reza Abed: reza.abed@rhul.ac.uk
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Christopher Storrs-Fox, (Christopher.Storrs-Fox@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
IFY Applied Mathematics 2021/22: September Cohort
Welcome to your course in Applied Mathematics.
Whilst you will learn some mathematical rules, it is the processes and the ability to demonstrate those processes that is the most important aspect of this course, together with developing mathematical and logical thinking.
You will study two units, Decision Mathematics and Statistics. Decision Mathematics is an important area of mathematics for those wishing to progress to studies in computer science. Statistics will be useful for those progressing to various science and business degrees.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading an assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact Linda Charlton (linda.charlton@rhul.ac.uk), the Module tutor for Applied Mathematics.
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Christopher Storrs -Fox (christopher.storrs-fox@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
Online Academic English Skills 2021/22: September Cohort
Welcome to the AES Moodle Page for September 2021/22 cohort!
This is the landing page where you will be directed to the AES online teaching and learning platform here. You will also find some AES-related documents, such as the Harvard Referencing manual, etc. To find out more about a section, simply click the section title.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact Head of English, Christopher Storrs-Fox at Christopher.Storrs-Fox@rhul.ac.uk.
Your tutors for this academic year are:
- Christopher Storrs-Fox (Christopher.Storrs-Fox@rhul.ac.uk)
- Dr Julia You (julia.you@rhul.ac.uk; jyou@studygroup.com)
- Sedanur Mills (sedanur.mills@rhul.ac.uk; smills3@studygroup.com)
- Nicole Yip (wai.yip@rhul.ac.uk; wyip@studygroup.com)
- David Coulson (david.coulson@rhul.ac.uk; DCoulson@studygroup.com)
- Anna Miller (anna.miller@rhul.ac.uk; amiller@studygroup.com)
If you need to get in touch with your tutors, please email them to make an appointment
IFY International Politics 2021/22: September Cohort
Welcome to the Politics Moodle page for September 2021/22!
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative and summative assignment information for the Politics module. During the course you will explore key themes in global politics among which climate change, identity, power, colonialism, neoliberalism and political violence. Each theme draws out specific historical and geographical locations and uses a wide range of illustrative examples to examine the complexity of responses and to evaluate the broader theoretical approaches.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Dr Andreea Udrea at Andreea.Udrea@rhul.ac.uk
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Chris Storrs-Fox (Christopher.Storrs-Fox@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
IFY Sociology 2021/22: September Cohort
Welcome to the Sociology Moodle Page for IFY 2021/22 September cohort.
Why study Sociology?
The students studying this module come from different parts of the globe and belong to diverse sociological categories (gender, ethnicity, social class, religion, sexuality and so forth). This is a rich sociological environment for studying sociology.
Sociology helps us to understand ourselves as individuals and as members of social groups. The learning in this module focuses on the social forces that shape our identities and actions, both individually and collectively. At the same, it enables us to acquire the critical thinking and skills that we need to take a more active role in creating better societies that promote our own and others' flourishing and well-being.
To find the material for each week's learning, click on the relevant tile on this Sociology Moodle page and you will see all the class materials, homework information, independent study tasks, and assessment information that you need for this module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble competing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact Dr Jean-Baptiste de Vaulx, your Sociology Module tutor at jean-baptiste.devaulx@rhul.ac.uk
If you need specific English writing help, please attend the AES writing workshop as well as the Language Support Drop-in clinic. For more information contact Christopher Storrs-Fox, head of English, at christopher.storrs-fox@rhul.ac.uk or your AES tutors.IFY Psychology 2021/22: September Cohort
Welcome to the Psychology Moodle Page for September 2021/22.
Here you will find class materials, homework and asynchronous work information, independent study tasks and formative and summative information for the Psychology Module.
Psychology is a very broad and fascinating subject that influences almost every part of our lives. This module will help you to learn about aspects of human behaviour and mental processes that will give you insights into how and why people think, act and feel the way that they do.
During this module, you will be learning about the history of how Psychology developed as a scientific discipline as well as the latest research involving modern methods and technology. We will begin by studying the assumptions behind the main theoretical approaches to Psychology before exploring core contemporary areas: Cognitive, Developmental, Biological and Social Psychology.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble competing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact Elizabeth Kaplunov, your Psychology Module tutor (elizabeth.kaplunov@rhul.ac.uk).
If
you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor
and/or Christopher Storrs -Fox (christopher.storrs-fox@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to
you.
Welcome to the Core Mathematics module. This module forms part of the International Foundation Year programme. The overall aim of this programme is to increase your confidence in using mathematics and develop your analytical processing and academic study skills to meet the mathematical demands of your chosen first degree course at Royal Holloway.
Mathematics is a requirement of many first degrees, including computer science, psychology and economics. The course aims to consolidate and build on your current knowledge and develop a greater understanding in pure mathematics and statistics.
The pure mathematics section will include units reviewing basic arithmetic concepts important in science and algebra to generalise and solve problems. Graphical concepts will be introduced that support business decisions. Finally, you will meet basic calculus methods to enable problem solving and decision making.
The statistics section of this module will take you through the practical aspects of collecting and representing data visually and numerically to enable interpretation and extrapolation. You will meet theoretical probability and both discrete and continuous probability distributions and learn how to make decisions. Your knowledge of scatter graphs will be refined to enable correlation and regression analysis.
It is an expectation that technology will be used where appropriate including, but not limited to, a scientific calculator (not graphical/programmable) and Microsoft Excel.
Finally, you will engage in group activities as well as working individually. The emphasis is on independent learning with the support of the group, class and teacher.
Remember,
“The only way to learn mathematics is to do mathematics.” – Paul Halmos
If you have any general module queries, have trouble competing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact Elizabeth Kaplunov (elizabeth.kaplunov@rhul.ac.uk) and Maya Thompson (maya.thompson@rhul.ac.uk), your Core Maths Module tutors.
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Christopher Storrs -Fox (christopher.storrs-fox@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
IFY Physics 2021/22: September Cohort
Welcome to the Physics Moodle page for September 2021/22.
Physics is a requirement of many first degrees with a Physics component, including Engineering, Geology, and Computer Science. The course aims to provide students with a basic knowledge of Newtonian Physics, dynamics, electric circuits, electronics, electromagnetism, waves and atomic physics.
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative and summative assignment information for the Literature module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Reza Abed: reza.abed@rhul.ac.uk
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Christopher Storrs-Fox, (Christopher.Storrs-Fox@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
Economic 2021/22: September Cohort
Welcome to the Economics Moodle page for September 2021/22.
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative and summative assignment information for the Economics module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Sarah Amechi (Sarah.amechi@rhul.ac.uk)
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Dr Haider and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
IFY Introduction to Business Studies 2021/22: September cohort
Welcome to the Business Moodle page for September 2021/22.
This module will provide you with a broad introduction to Business and Management and prepare you for your undergraduate studies. It includes diverse areas such as starting new businesses, finance, marketing and leadership.
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative and summative assignment information for the Business module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Allen Huish (allen.huish@rhul.ac.uk)
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Christopher Storrs-Fox (Christopher.storrs-fox@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.
Tutor:
- Allen Huish (allen.huish@rhul.ac.uk)
IFY Music 2021/22: September Cohort
Welcome to the Music Moodle page for September 2021-22!
Here you will find class materials, homework and asychronous information, and formative and summative assignment information for the Music module. In the music module, you will be doing two things: enhancing your
academic music skills (such as theory, harmony and history) and working
on your practical skills with a peripatetic teacher on an instrument of
your choice.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Dr Katie Cattell at Katie.Cattell@rhul.ac.uk
IFY Film and Media Studies 2021/22: September Cohort
Welcome to the Film and Media Studies (FMS) Moodle Page for September 2021/22.
Over the past 100 years film and media has grown into an enormously powerful part of almost all societies in the world. Every aspect of modern living is affected by film and media both as an industry and cultural phenomenon. Indeed, film and media are integral features of our experience of modernity itself.
The module is designed to introduce you to a range of forms and genres with an emphasis on developing the academic language needed to analyse texts. You will learn about the different theoretical approaches in the study of film and media and how these offer a deeper understanding of the ways texts operate within society more broadly.
Being a creative subject and within the Arts and Social Sciences pathway, this module also has some opportunities for you to demonstrate your creativity, which will give you a chance to illustrate your understanding and appreciation of visual language.
Finally, this module will help develop and sharpen your media literacy allowing you to argue and articulate complex and sophisticated ideas pertaining to the world of film and media.
Here you will find class materials, homework information, independent study tasks and formative & summative assignment information for the FMS module.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment, or just want to discuss your progress, please contact your FMS module tutor Dr Jean-Baptiste de Vaulx at jean-baptiste.devaulx@rhul.ac.uk.
If you need specific English writing help, please attend the AES writing workshop as well as the Language Support Drop-in clinic. For more information, please see Christopher Storrs-Fox, Head of English, at christopher.storrs-fox@rhul.ac.uk or your AES tutor.
IFY Introduction to Literature 2021/22: September Cohort
Welcome to the Literature Moodle page for September 2021/22.
Here you will find class materials, homework and asynchronous information, and formative and summative assignment information for the Literature module. During the course you will explore a variety of texts from around the
world and a number of different theories that we can use to interrogate
them, improving your critical skills as well as having the opportunity
to approach texts creatively.
If you have any general module queries, have trouble completing/uploading your assignment or just want to discuss your progress, please contact the module tutor Dr Katie Cattell at Katie.Cattell@rhul.ac.uk
If you need specific English writing help, you should speak to your AES tutor and/or Chris Storrs-Fox (Christopher.Storrs-Fox@rhul.ac.uk) and they can tell you about the language support available to you.