From the gender ambiguity of Shakespearean theatre and the scandal of the Oscar Wilde trials, to the groundbreaking films of Derek Jarman, London has always been at the forefront of queer activism and academia.Asking how Queer Theory seeks to illuminate the ways sexuality is constructed,
Is human nature fundamentally egotistical and self-interested? Why does private property exist? Why does anyone have a duty to obey their government? What does an ideal society look like?Addressing these and other questions through lectures, extensive discussions and a trip to the Houses of
Whether you're keen to further your business and marketing studies, are looking for hands-on information as a young entrepreneur running your own business, or you are a marketing representative within a larger organisation, this course offers the chance to develop an understanding of the managerial
As the networked communications infrastructures have disrupted the various media content industries, leading to a crisis regarding the economic sustainability of these industries, there is an urgent need to investigate the existing best practices and learn the new ways of managing the institutions
Offering the perfect introduction to London and to British Cinema, this course introduces significant debates within film studies through a focus on three key themes in the representation of London on film: Victorian London, London at War and Swinging London.As a student, you will develop a
It focuses on orality and performance, exploring ways in which these find expression primarily (but not exclusively) through music, dance, ritual and language. After presenting a general theoretical framework for the study of the themes, it concentrates on specific cultural contexts (Swahili
The focus is going to be on Land Management and Geo-processing in an urban environmental aspect. However, there are going to be more areas of interest such as remote sensing of urban areas, collection of geodata, Facility Management and GIS. This diverse programme will allow you as a participant to
From fairytales, fantasies and fables to adventure stories and nonsense rhymes, this course explores 100 years of children's literature from the 20th century to the present day.With active discussions and debates about the uses of children's literature, we will focus on modern and contemporary
There have been few more powerful or enduring symbols in modern world history than the British crown. Its political power may have waned, but, as the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton has demonstrated, it has lost little of its magic. On this course you'll get behind that magic to ask
Giving you an exciting insight into the histories, traditions and styles of animated film, this course also highlights the real time issues being hotly debated at the industry's cutting edge.As a student, you'll examine a range of feature-length animated films and rare cartoons, from the pioneers
