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Programme code | 9SOCI007T |
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Programme type | Postgraduate Taught Degree |
Programme director(s) |
Paula Surridge
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Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
School/department | School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies |
Teaching institution | University of Bristol |
Awarding institution | University of Bristol |
Mode of study | Full Time |
Programme length | 1 years (full time) |
This programme aims to enhance the understanding, among students on the course, of both substantive and theoretical issues in the sociological study of ethnicity, multiculturalism and nationalism. A growing literature in sociology and related disciplines addresses the questions of the nature of multicultural and multiethnic societies', the nature of culture in a modern and postmodern world; and the growing public policy implications of addressing ethnic, cultural, linguistic and religious diversity within modern nation-states. The programme therefore includes a core unit on Theories of Ethnicity and Racism. The range of specialist options aims to sensitise students to the societal and global context of particular issues of ethnicity, culture and diversity, drawing on British, European, and a wide range of comparative contexts in so doing. It also exposes students to relevant methodological issues in relation to the conduct and interpretation of empirical studies in this specialised field. The programme provides students with a thorough grounding in a literature which forms an important dimension of contemporary sociological debate, and addresses key political and social concerns. The dissertation element of the MSc enables students to pursue an independent, in-depth study in the discipline supported by a thriving research culture. Graduating students will be well-situated to develop research careers following their interests in this field.
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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1. lectures or presentations by members of staff |
Methods of Assessment | |
1. assessed essays (or project for some units) |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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1. lectures or presentations by members of staff |
Methods of Assessment | |
1. assessed essays (or project for some units) |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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1. lectures or presentations by members of staff |
Methods of Assessment | |
1. assessed essays (or project for some units) |
Statement of expectations from the students at each level of the programme as it/they develop year on year.
Level M/7 - Postgraduate Certificate |
Able to present, discuss, and write about work in the course in a way which reflects a grasp of key ideas and arguments with coverage of the indicative literature in the area. (credit units 60) |
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Level M/7 - Postgraduate Diploma |
Able to present, discuss, and write about work in the course in a way which reflects a grasp of key ideas and arguments with coverage of the indicative literature in the area. (credit units 120) |
Level M/7 - Postgraduate Masters |
Able to present, discuss, and write about work in the course in a way which reflects a grasp of key ideas and arguments with coverage of the indicative literature in the area.Able to formulate an independent piece of work, specifically a dissertation topic which will involve new work in the exploration of theoretical ideas , a specific substantive question, or both. |
The intended learning outcome mapping document shows which mandatory units contribute towards each programme intended learning outcome.
For information on the admissions requirements for this programme please see details in the postgraduate prospectus at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/prospectus/postgraduate/ or contact the relevant academic department.
This programme is in an area in which Bristol has both current and long-standing expertise and international recognition. It is taught by staff who are key contributors to contemporary debates in the field.
School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies http://www.bristol.ac.uk/spais/
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Dissertation | SOCIM1000 | 60 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Theories of Ethnicity and Racism | SOCIM3107 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Students must also choose FIVE optional units. Students must take at least FOUR from the following list: | ||||
Narrating the Self | SOCIM2127 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
The Theory and Politics of Multiculturalism | SOCIM3026 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Interpreting Gender | SOCIM3103 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Popular Music and Society | SOCIM3135 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Nations & Nationalism | SOCIM0003 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Care, Labour and Gender | SOCIM0004 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Religion, Ethnicity and Value Change | SOCIM0010 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Contemporary Sociological Theory | SOCIM3101 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Theories of Ethnicity and Racism | SOCIM3107 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Philosophy and Research Design in the Social Sciences | SOCIM0012 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods in the Social Sciences | SOCIM0013 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Understanding Culture | SOCIM0014 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Contemporary Identities and Inequalities | SOCIM0015 | 20 | Optional | TB-1 |
Advanced Qualitative Research | SOCIM3132 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Advanced Quantitative Research | SOCIM3133 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Theories of Capitalism and Postcapitalism | SOCIM0021 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Mind, body, spirit? Critical approaches to contemporary belief | SOCIM0022 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Students may also be able to choose a maximum of ONE unit from the following list of Politics units depending on availability: | ||||
Conflict, Security and Development | POLIM1007 | 20 | Optional | TB-1,TB-2 |
Small Business Development | POLIM2030 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Gender and Development | POLIM2032 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Managing and Evaluating Development | POLIM2036 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Gender, Masculinity/ies and International Relations | POLIM3016 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Foreign Policy Analysis | POLIM3017 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Militarisation, Militarism and War | POLIM3022 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Discourse Analysis: Research Methods for Politics and International Relations | POLIM3024 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Europeanisation | POLIM3028 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
International Human Rights | POLIM3030 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Global Civil Society | POLIM0022 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
China's International Relations | POLIM0023 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
India: An Emerging Power | POLIM0017 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Theories of Violence | POLIM0018 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
European Security | POLIM0019 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
The Politics of Insecurity | POLIM0020 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
The Politics of (Un)sustainability | POLIM0028 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Understanding Popular Culture in/and World Politics | POLIM0002 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Faith and Development | POLIM0003 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Climate Change and International Security | POLIM0004 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Global Justice | POLIM0005 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
Northern Ireland: A case study in ethno-national conflict and resolution | POLIM0031 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
The Politics of HIV / AIDS in Africa | POLIM2042 | 20 | Optional | TB-2 |
MSc Ethnicity and Multiculturalism | 180 |
The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
For detailed rules on progression please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes and the relevant faculty handbook.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to exit from the programme with a postgraduate diploma or certificate.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
An award with Merit or Distinction is permitted for postgraduate taught masters, diplomas and certificates, where these are specifically named entry-level qualifications. An award with Merit or Distinction is not permitted for exit awards where students are required to exit the programme on academic grounds. An exit award with Merit or Distinction may be permitted where students are prevented by exceptional circumstances from completing the intended award.
The classification of the award in relation to the final programme mark is as follows:
Award with Distinction*: at least 65 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation. **Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
Award with Merit*: at least 60 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 60 out of 100 for the dissertation. Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
* The MA in Law has separate regulations for awarding distinction and merit.
** For the award of Distinction, the Faculty of Engineering requires at least 70 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to choose, or be required, to leave at the postgraduate diploma or certificate stage.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
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