Culture and Society in Brazil, Portugal and Portuguese-speaking Africa (Spring)

Code School Level Credits Semesters
MLAC1111 Modern Languages and Cultures 1 10 Spring UK
Code
MLAC1111
School
Modern Languages and Cultures
Level
1
Credits
10
Semesters
Spring UK

Summary

The Portuguese-speaking world is made up of people on four different continents; Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas, and there are eight countries in which Portuguese remains the official language. The spread of the language is a representation of the reach of the Portuguese Empire at its height as well as a reflection of the legacy of Lusophone cultures. This module provides students with the opportunity to learn about the diversity of cultural practices and social relations in the different parts of the world where Portuguese is spoken. The module covers the major social and cultural practices from modern Lusophone societies, including aspects of popular culture such as football and soap operas, but also cultural and artistic currents in literature and film. Questions of social relations and identity are also examined through a consideration of religious practice and religious expression, as well as themes of conflict, crisis and revolution through formations of political identity and political mobilisation.

Target Students

Only available for Modern Languages and Business (R9N1) and Mobility students. Not available to students who are taking MLAC1104 or MLAC1108.

Classes

Module is one semester of MLAC1104 and for registration of MLB (R9N1) and mobility students only. NOT TO BE TIMETABLED.

Assessment

Assessed by end of spring semester

Educational Aims

This module aims to provide students with a knowledge of modern cultural currents in the Portuguese-speakingworlds; an awareness of the main social and political contexts in which these cultures emerged and operated in Lusophone societies; an understanding of the complexities and challenges facing present-day Lusophone societies and cultures; research and essay-writing skills.

Learning Outcomes

1. Knowledge and understanding. Students will 

2. Intellectual Skills Students are given the tools with which to 

3. Professional/practical skills The training offered in this module allows students to 

4. Transferable/key skills Students are provided with the training to be able to demonstrate 

Conveners

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Last updated 07/01/2025.