Critical and Cultural Theory MA

at University of Leeds

You will study compulsory and optional modules.
 

The first compulsory module, Cultural Theory, offers an introduction to key paradigms, focusing on theories of the commodity, language, discourse, subjectivity and sexuality.
 

The second compulsory module, Cultural History, explores the genealogies of contemporary theory in relation to a longer tradition of cultural criticism that emerged, with modernity itself, in the 18th century. Emphasis is given to practices of close reading, the question of textuality and the case study.
 

You will develop an understanding of the ideas of ‘commodity’ and ‘commodity fetish’ that are central to the study of consumer culture, as well as issues around language, sign and discourse, and subjectivity. You will put this into the context of the development of cultural studies, focusing on thinkers from Rousseau and Kant to Fanon and Spivak. You will use film and other texts to explore these ideas.
 

In each semester, you will also have the opportunity to specialise when you choose from a range of optional modules.

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Cultural Theory    
• Advanced Research Skills 1   
• Advanced Research Skills 2    
• Cultural History    
• Cultural Studies: Dissertation    

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons).

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.

 

Fees

• UK: £9,750 (total)
• International: £20,750 (total)

You will develop your critical and cultural awareness and expand your subject knowledge in theories and histories of culture. In addition, you will graduate with sophisticated research, analytical, critical and communication skills that will put you in a good position to succeed in a variety of careers.