12th July to1 August2015

Join the Faculty of Humanities,Languages and Social Scienceat MMU for our InternationalSummer School specialising inthe disciplines that shape andcreate the modern world andhow it operates.

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International Summer School 2015 Faculty of Humanities, Languages and Social Science

What will you study? The HLSS International summer school will take place atour city centre campus and is comprised of lectures,workshops, seminars, and guided visits; all of which aredelivered by expert teaching and research staff. Below isan example of subjects that will be taught during thethree-week programme:

Manchester in HistoryThis session will explore the history of Manchester andthe North West through lectures, guided tours andmuseum visits.

The Way British Politics WorksIn this session we will engage in lively debate shaped bylectures on the British political system.

Music, Fashion & Youth Culture This class will provide an introduction to British culture &society with a special focus on youth culture.

Multimedia JournalismThis session explores the newly emerging field ofMultimedia Journalism through a short lecture, practicalworkshops and guest lecture.

International Relations and Global CommunicationDrawing on a range of disciplines from IR, politics, mediaand communications, we will explore the interplay ofstates, NGOs, media networks, and new mediatechnological developments in our globalized world

British Literature Creative ArtsWriting workshops – Poetry/Intensive writing (Sub groups)

The Culture of Britishness & the Politics of Identity –Multicultural BritainIn this session, we explore British identities and Britishculture(s) in the contemporary moment. The major focus ison the negotiation of ‘Britishness’ in a multi-ethnic anddiverse society.

LanguageLinguistics & Cross-Cultural Communications

Football Culture and CommunityFootball plays a major role in shaping British identity.

The Faculty of Humanities, Language & Social Science is proud to offer its firstInternational Summer School. The Programme features a taste of our academicprogrammes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels giving students from allover the world the opportunity to learn and explore Manchester and the North West.

Trips Included

Walking tour of Manchester Quarry Bank MillThe BBC and Media City U.K.tourThe Lake District Liverpool & Walking Tour Tate Liverpool – Art Gallery The Beatles Story – MuseumA Stately Home Visit

National Football Museum

Who Should Apply?

• Undergraduates and

postgraduate students.

• Those wanting a multi-

disciplinary course which

explores the political, social

and cultural issues shaping

the world.

What’s Included

• Airport meet & greet

• Accommodation

• Tuition• Fully inclusive Cultural

Programme

• Fully inclusive Social

Programme

• Welcome/farewell MealFees £1,880*

*Subject to final schedule. Not including food and drink other than where stated.

We anticipate a high level of interest in our InternationalSummer School programme, be sure to register yourinterest and apply online via the website:www.mmu.ac.uk/hlss/summerschool or contact usdirectly at summerschooladmin@mmu.ac.uk

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For further information please contact:summerschooladmin@mmu.ac.ukwww.mmu.ac.uk/hlss/summerschool