THE ARTS IN THE SPANISH-SPEAKING WORLD

Description

This module is taught in the target language in semester 1 of FHEQ Level 6. This module examines how the Arts have shaped the history, politics and identities of the Hispanic world. Some of the most transcendental artistic movements have occurred during the most turbulent periods of Spanish and Spanish American history. Students explore the role the Arts have played in both articulating and participating in these socio-historical turning points from conquest and colonisation, dictatorship and resistance, to identity politics and intercultural communication across the Hispanic world. The module is designed to offer breadth and depth. Students will gain an understanding of the development and significance of Hispanic Arts from pre-colonial times to the present day, while the assessment structure gives students the opportunity to autonomously develop their knowledge of one or more periods or topics of interest in much greater depth. Indicative content includes: Definition of the Arts Focus on specific areas: painting, literature, music, dance, film, sculpture, architecture, digital arts Historical overview of the Arts in the Hispanic world Decolonising the Arts: cultural conquest and cultural exchange across the Hispanic world Art as activism Artistic expression and identities (including marginalised identities) Digital Arts in the 21st century This module aims to develop a knowledge and understanding of the development of the Arts and their impact on Hispanic histories, politics and societies. It will enable students to develop and apply the conceptual and linguistic tools needed to critically analyse and discuss cultural and artistic issues in the Spanish-speaking world. The module enhances students' understanding of Hispanic cultures, building on knowledge and skills developed at FHEQ Levels 4, 5, and PTY. The module builds upon the linguistic and cultural immersion of students who completed part or all of their placement year in Spain or Latin America, and complements the dissertation modules where students may work on culture and arts-related topics. Attributes Developed 001 On successful completion of this module, students will: have developed knowledge and understanding of the role and impact of the Arts in the Spanish-speaking world KC 002 Be able to critically evaluate texts (including multimedia) relating to the Arts KCPT 003 Be able to extract linguistic and cultural aspects from the texts under examination KCT 004 Have acquired an appreciation of the importance of the Arts in Hispanic societies KC 005 Be able to undertake independent research into related areas and present their ideas in written form, using a range of sources KCPT 006 Be able to undertake independent research and present their ideas in an oral presentation KCPT