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This course guide aims to provide:

• The aims and intended outcomes of the course
• The course structure (core and option arrangements)
• Brief outlines of available modules
• Contact details for teaching and administrative staff
• Module dates for the current year

Please note, though, that for a full understanding of all aspects of your course, you will need to read this guide in conjunction with other documents.

This course guide will provide:

• The aims and intended outcomes of the course
• The course structure (core modules & optional modules)
• Brief outlines of available modules
• Contact details for teaching and administrative staff

Please note, though, that for a full understanding of all aspects of your course, you will need to read this guide in conjunction with other documents.

This course guide will provide:

• The aims and intended outcomes of the course
• The course structure (core modules & optional modules)
• Brief outlines of available modules
• Contact details for teaching and administrative staff

Three contemporary waves of change are creating both the conditions and the need for educational innovation:

·      Digital technology and the growing use of machine learning/artificial intelligence

·      Tensions between our ways of life and the needs of the environment we depend on

·      The declining power of national governments to harvest tax revenue

Innovation is guided by a range of factors including considerations of efficient use of resources, national participation in economic competition and environmental efforts, and concerns for social justice, including the preservation of the view that education promotes meritocracy.

Week by week, this module charts the unfolding results and implications of these waves of change for education in the UK and elsewhere. By week 10 we will be in a position to consider a range of innovations in relation to education, meritocracy and social justice.

Throughout the module we will be taking a constructively critical approach toward educational innovation. Some innovative educational practices raise expectations of dramatic progress and improvement. Others offer targeted problem solving or marginal efficiency gains. These offerings are often realistic. But innovation also carries costs of investment and reorganization. Sometimes the new pathway taken is not the only possible way forward. Understandable enthusiasm about innovation therefore needs to be balanced by reflection on how ‘better’ is defined and by whom.

This module aims to enable students to understand and evaluate the use of Education Theory research methods in the study of Religions, Society and Education with specific reference to Islamic Education. 

Students will explore the principles of Education Theory and be guided to critically analyze the use of Education Theory methods in relation to the theory and practice of Islamic Education with the view of developing distinctive research projects in the field.

The aim is to critically examine the psychological foundations of educational theory both in the western and Islamic framework with a specific focus on exploring the interconnection between educational practice and human development within context of Muslim minority and majority societies.  The emphasis will be on facilitating a critical and reflective dialogue between western and Islamic perceptions and values of human development facilitated through diverse models of pedagogic practice. 

Students will explore the interdisciplinary nature of research into understanding human development, its contextual articulations and formations in diverse cultural settings. The concept of holistic human development and Islamic Education will be critically grounded in individual and collective self-understanding(s) that include mental, physical, social, emotional and spiritual growth.

The relationship between education theory, pedagogic practice and diverse perceptions of human psycho-spiritual maturation and identity development will be discussed.  Students will be guided to critically analyze the use of education theory methods in examining the awareness and role of human development in the organization, content and delivery (curriculum, teaching/learning strategies, assessment) of Islamic Education at different levels of formal and informal education in contemporary Muslim minority and majority societies. 

Advanced Robotics will explore in great depth areas relevant to not only industrial robotics but service robots (i.e. robots outside a factory environment particularly mobile robots) and the application of this technology to real world environments e.g. driverless vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles and tele-robots. Students will also master robot kinematics and dynamics.

By the end of the module the student should be able to...

• Solve complex kinematic and dynamic calculation problems applied to serial robots arms.
• Independently program and set up: an industrial robot; a vision guided robot system; a safety controller simulation system; and PLC (programmable logic controller).
• Undertake self-directed research and critically evaluate current and future non-industrial applications of robotic technology.
• Appraise and evaluate mobile robot technology:  locomotion, sensors and probabilistic techniques.
• Design and critically evaluate: a safe system in a robot cell; a robot end-effector; fixturing and tools for robot cells.

Welcome to the Moodle module space for Discovering Cinema 2019-20

Here you will find information about the module, including reading lists, handouts, modes of assessment, and announcements

There are also links to useful resources such as the Department of Film and Television Studies Hub, which includes guidelines and advice for writing essays and exams.

If you have any questions about the module or how this Moodle space is being used, then please email the module leader, Matt Denny (m.denny@warwick.ac.uk)

This is the WBS version of the Statistics IM and MSc dissertation module. Please follow the guidelines for the Statistics dissertation which you can find here: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/statistics/currentstudents/modules/dissertation/ Submission of documents is through Tabula. Please click on "All component submissions" on the above webpage.

Description

This module draws together concepts of habitability from across the university, looking at habitable conditions both on and off the Earth, and exploring how we find and understand habitable planets in the wider galaxy using modern telescopes. We will look at life at the extremes, considering extremophiles on Earth, and what they might tell us about life elsewhere, before approaching the sustainability and long term habitability of our own planet.

Alongside this exploration of the realities of habitability, we will turn to our own reactions to it. Popular culture is replete with the idea of the other, within our normal environment and outside of it. A sense of precariousness underpins literature and film, from Jules Verne to Ridley Scott’s The Martian. In cinema, the development of special effects is closely linked to the presentation of alien life and other worlds. Finally, in the growing context of talk about colonisation and off-world activity, we can turn to the ideas of politics: how should we organise a growing settlement on another planet, where small mistakes can rapidly lead to failure and death?"

Course Structure

The overall module will consist of weekly 2 hour sessions, comprising a lecture and a more interactive seminar/discussion. During the lecture we will introduce new concepts from differing departmental perspectives. The seminars will reinforce these concepts, while allowing us the opportunity to synthesise these concepts into a complete understanding of ‘Habitability in the Universe’. These seminars will consist of guided discussions and group activities, as relevant to each topic covered. Each week will be led by academics from the appropriate departments. Reading material for each session will be made available here a week beforehand.

Assessment 

Examination will take the form of an Essay/Report/Literature Review, due 19th March 2018, along with a 15 minute presentation given in the 10th session of the course (15th March 2018, 10:00-12:00). Part of the Week 5 session will be spent discussing possible essay and presentation topics.

The module provides an opportunity for incoming exchange students to concentrate on a particular topic introduced in LN201 and investigate it in more depth. It is not open to students who have not already taken LN201 and not attended the study skills sessions for visiting students.

Acceptance on this module is conditional upon satisfactory performance in LN201 Britain in Europe (term 1 October - December)

It allows exchange students to develop a project autonomously, with appropriate linguistic and academic support, and to write a substantive piece of work in a non-native language.

The module aims to enhance skills in research, critical analysis and academic writing, and to foster the specific interests and aptitudes of individual students.

Students will be guided in locating a suitable research topic; mastering a relevant bibliography; immersing themselves in a wide variety of sources.

There will not be a set class, but individual support tutorials will be offered.

Possible themes:

• The origins of the United Kingdom and its constituent parts
• Britain and Europe in the 18^th and 19^th centuries
• Britain and Europe 1945-1993
• Britain and Europe 1993-2016
• Regional and national Identity in the UK
• Britain, European Integration and Brexit
• Immigration, migration, citizenship, and human rights in UK
• Britain, populism and nationalism

Assessment Method

The module is based on 100% assessed work, in the form of a mini-dissertation of 4000-4500 words (excluding bibliography and footnotes). The dissertation is written in English (though quotations are usually in their original language).

Students are required to present their chosen topic to other students.

Dear All,

Welcome to Qualitative Research Methods in Health. 

This module aims to provide you with a) a critical perspective on the contribution of qualitative research methods to understanding and improving health and b) an introduction to qualitative research methods and their application in health related research.

Aims

Develop knowledge and understanding of qualitative methods as used in health related research and develop your skills in the use of these methods. Gain the capability to use these research methods appropriately for undertaking research and evaluation both as part of postgraduate study and in your working environment.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module you should be able to:
 Demonstrate a critical understanding of the origins and usage of qualitative research methods in relation to health.
 Demonstrate how to develop a research question and use appropriate qualitative and methods to answer it.
 Demonstrate an understanding of the range of research methods and when and how they should be used.
 Demonstrate a critical understanding of the use of qualitative methods in relation to other widely used research methods in health care.

Here and in the module guide, you will find the pre-course preparation task. We strongly encourage you to undertake the preparatory work, especially if you are new to qualitative research methods.
We look forward to meeting you.

Frances Griffiths and Bronwyn Harris
Module Co-leads

The module has the following objectives

• To introduce students to methods of financial management and financial planning for a small creative enterprise
• To prepare students for the challenges of setting up and managing an independent creative enterprise in the commercial cultural sector
• To develop entrepreneurial skills through case studies and group work

 Module Overview

The module is based on a broad understanding of entrepreneurship as a practice informed by attitudes, skills and behaviours necessary to cope with uncertainty and complexity. It is designed to introduce the methods and skills required to develop an idea into a viable creative enterprise and guide you through a process of critical self-reflection in your development as a cultural entrepreneur. You will compare your personal motives, values and ideas with the myths and realities of running an enterprise. You will also have the opportunity to apply some of the techniques and concepts covered elsewhere in your MA studies (e.g. marketing, intellectual property, communication and management strategy) in practice.

Structure

The first part of the module: Defining Cultural Entrepreneurship aims to establish an understanding of cultural entrepreneurship and the cultural entrepreneur in terms of practice and the individual in the context of both the enterprise and the wider culture. Part Two: Cultural Entrepreneurship: From Idea to Implementation focuses on developing the skills and knowledge necessary to start up and manage a new creative enterprise, through practical exercises and the development of both collective and individual ideas. At the end of the module you will have the opportunity to pitch your business to a panel of investors and business experts whose advice and feedback will guide you in the preparation of your business plan.

Module Tasks & Assignments

The module is based around a series of tasks to assist you in the development and evaluation of an existing or new viable service or product. One of tasks will involve taking ownership of a virtual business and making strategic decisions as a member of a management team during a two day business simulation. You will also be expected to research and develop your individual enterprise idea / plan as the module progresses and to familiarise yourself with the appropriate literature, language and techniques. Keeping a journal or blog so that you can explore and document your ideas as they develop will be a useful personal development tool and will help you in preparation for your enterprise presentation and business plan. The module assignment consists of an assessed enterprise pitch for your individual concept and a written business plan for a group project.

Module Tutors:         Ruth Leary & Steven Greenall

The module has the following objectives

• To introduce students to methods of financial management and financial planning for a small creative enterprise
• To prepare students for the challenges of setting up and managing an independent creative enterprise in the commercial cultural sector
• To develop entrepreneurial skills through case studies and group work

Module Overview

The module is based on a broad understanding of entrepreneurship as a practice informed by attitudes, skills and behaviours necessary to cope with uncertainty and complexity. It is designed to introduce the methods and skills required to develop an idea into a viable creative enterprise and guide you through a process of critical self-reflection in your development as a cultural entrepreneur. You will compare your personal motives, values and ideas with the myths and realities of running an enterprise. You will also have the opportunity to apply some of the techniques and concepts covered elsewhere in your MA studies (e.g. marketing, intellectual property, communication and management strategy) in practice.

Structure

The first part of the module: Defining Cultural Entrepreneurship aims to establish an understanding of cultural entrepreneurship and the cultural entrepreneur in terms of practice and the individual in the context of both the enterprise and the wider culture. Part Two: Cultural Entrepreneurship: From Idea to Implementation focuses on developing the skills and knowledge necessary to start up and manage a new creative enterprise, through practical exercises and the development of both collective and individual ideas. At the end of the module you will have the opportunity to pitch your business to a panel of investors and business experts whose advice and feedback will guide you in the development of your idea.

Module Tasks & Assignments

The module is based around a series of tasks to assist you in the development and evaluation of an existing or new viable service or product. One of tasks will involve taking ownership of a virtual business and making strategic decisions as a member of a management team during a two-day business simulation. You will also be expected to research and develop your individual enterprise idea / plan as the module progresses and to familiarise yourself with the appropriate literature, language and techniques. Keeping a journal or blog so that you can explore and document your ideas as they develop will be a useful personal development tool and will help you in preparation for your enterprise presentation. The module assignment consists of an assessed enterprise pitch for your individual concept and a written business plan for a group project.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the module students should be able to:

·       Demonstrate an understanding of key terms and principles in financial management and planning

·       Understand the principles of setting up an enterprise

·       Understand the assumptions and principles behind investment in the creative industries for different types of investor and different types of enterprise

·       Make a convincing case for investment in a creative enterprise, using appropriate evidence, arguments and language

·       Reason critically and debate interpretations

·       Present an argument or case convincingly to a group of people

·       Communicate what you have learnt, both orally and in writing

·       Work collaboratively with others in seminar presentations

·       Solve problems, arising from seminar presentations and written assignments