Course detail

Cultural studies 1

FEKT-HAC1Acad. year: 2012/2013

Cultural studies are an important part of the study of a language. Students are provided by knowledge of cultural and historical backround of English speaking countries and common habit of behaviour when using language as discourse.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

4

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

Mgr. Pavel Sedláček

Department

Department of Foreign Languages (UJAZ)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Understanding of cultural differences and customs of English speaking and European countries.

Prerequisites

High school knowledge and intermediate level of English are required

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Teaching methods depend on the type of course unit as specified in Article 7 of BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

40% semester test
60% exam

Course curriculum

The concept and basic features of British, European, Commonwealth and North American studies. Different ways of approach in literature and scholarly studies. Introduction to the USA: Geographies of the United States. Geographies of Britain, regional differences, etc. Points of cultural convergence and divergence in Europe. The idea of united Europe versus the individual interests and histories of traditional nations and states. An insight into the elements of European politics.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The aim of this course is to provide the students with cultural background of English speaking countries and thus improve their communication skills and abilities in critical situations.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Not applicable.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Dr David Gowland, Dr Richard Dunphy, Dr C Lythe: The European Mosaic: Contemporary Politics, Economics and Culture, Longman, 2006
Peter Oettli: New Zealand: A Survival Guide to Customs and Etiquette, Marshall Cavendish Corporation, 2009
David Else: British Language and Culture, Lonely Planet Publications, 2007
R.MacNeil, W. Cran: Do You Speak American? Nan A. Talese, 2004

Recommended reading

Not applicable.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme AJEI-H Bachelor's

    branch H-AEI , 2. year of study, winter semester, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hours, optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

Mgr. Pavel Sedláček

Seminar

13 hours, compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

Mgr. Pavel Sedláček