UTS course code: C04211
Testamur title: Master of Arts in Cultural Studies
Abbreviation: MA
Course fee: to be advised
Total credit points: 72

Course aims
Admission requirements
Course duration
Course structure
Course program

Course aims

Graduates of the Master of Arts in Cultural Studies are able to:

• draw on an understanding of the major shifts in contemporary thought
• conduct original 'readings' of cultural texts
• think critically about what produces 'common' sense or 'common' readings of texts
• produce innovative, more inclusive readings and explanations for cultural texts and phenomenon which will critique a tendency to produce general theories
• evaluate theoretical claims and develop original interventions in current debates
• use contextual analysis to widen debates and understandings around cultural groupings, e.g. sub-cultures, ethnicities, etc.
• develop an appreciation of the way in which research both invents and reflects the site of study
• conduct presentations and collaborative projects with others to develop and communicate their innovative insights
• devise and conduct research projects that are culturally sensitive and ethically sound.

Admission requirements

To gain entry to this course an applicant must demonstrate a very strong level of education, background and capability. It is expected that applicants have an undergraduate degree as well as a developed interest in the area of cultural studies and have proven capability in this field.

Course duration

The course is offered full time over three semesters or equivalent part time.

Course structure

57042 Culture and Writing 8cp
010023 Language and Power 8cp
57047 Transnational Cultures 8cp
57110 Cultural Studies Seminar 8cp
57111 Cultural Studies Project 16cp
and three of the following subjects
50133 Music and Popular Culture 8cp
50135 Television and Popular Culture 8cp
50136 Cinematic Cultures 8cp
50169 Writing and New Media 8cp
50181 Neighbourhood 8cp
50180 Culture and Poetics 8cp
50252 Culture and Technology 8cp
50253 Culture and Sound 8cp
50254 Contemporary Cinema 8cp
50255 Documentary Study 8cp
50256 Genre Study 8cp

Course program

Typical full-time program commencing in Autumn semester

Spring semester
010023 Language and Power 8cp
xxxxx Elective 8cp
xxxxx Elective 8cp

Typical part-time program commencing in Autumn semester

Spring semester
010023 Language and Power 8cp

Spring semester
xxxxx Elective 8cp

Spring semester
57111 Cultural Studies Project 16cp