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ok, to make up my time table for next year i need to choose one elective. the whole list of what's available is here if you want to read it, but the ones i'm interested in are:
SCIENCE FICTION AS AN INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY
FROM THE BEGINNINGS OF TIME TO THE ENDS OF THE UNIVERSE
SACREDNESS & SPIRITUALITY
ON-LINE COMMUNITIES
SCIENCE FICTION AS AN INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY Module Code: PI1115 This module is an introduction to some of the key questions raised by philosophical enquiry.
Philosophical enquiry involves gaining critical distance from everyday assumptions, often using
science fiction scenarios to make points about scepticism, personal identity or the structure of the
physical world. Using accessible science fiction texts the module will raise key questions from
selected areas of philosophy, introducing students to the critical and experimental aspects of
philosophical thinking.
FROM THE BEGINNINGS OF TIME TO THE ENDS OF THE UNIVERSE
Module Code: AA1082
Do you know what really happened in Roswell in 1947? And what have bats got to do with the Big
Bang? Discover the excitement of astronomy, black holes and learn about Sun dogs and blue
moons. We might even tell you a little on Red Dwarfs and the future of the Earth.
SACREDNESS & SPIRITUALITY Module Code: RB2241
This module will examine different cultural expressions of sacredness and spirituality in
comparison with personal beliefs. We will explore the social impact these beliefs have had within
specific communities, and how contemporary understanding has been shaped by their developing
theologies. The module will explore the different types of religious ritual, rites and symbolism
associated with a range of cultures, and expound contrasting definitions of sacredness and
spirituality. The module will also analyse the impact theology has had on political and social
constructs, and investigate the changes modernity has inaugurated on the meaning and value of
sacredness and spirituality.
ON-LINE COMMUNITIES Module Code: BT1007 The online communities module explores the non technical, cultural, social and individual aspects
of Virtual Life. The module covers several of the multitude of social community tools that are
increasingly becoming part of our lives - including: Social networking (Facebook and
myspace),Video (Youtube, Dotsub),Wikis (wikipaedia), Blogs (blogger) etc
In summary, NO Fixed timetable , NO Clash with any other Module, NO
Previous knowledge
required, NO Formal exams, NO books to buy - we use web based sources.
which would you pick? what should i pick?
i'm interested in them all...the sci fi one is loosing slightly on timetabling...it's a 9am start and i've missed the majority of my 9am classes this year, none of my other classes for next year start before 10.
interested to hear your thoughts.
also i cannot believe this is an option
it's using ebay
that's it
O_O
ON-LINE AUCTIONS Module Code: BT1006
Online Auctions is a unique elective as it is taught almost completely online. Online Auctions is not
a technical elective. During the module students will buy and sell goods at an online auction site
(ebay), carry out market research, produce a micro-business plan, investigate aspects of online
fraud, trust and security etc and perhaps even develop a profitable auction business to help
support your student lifestyle.
In summary, NO Fixed timetable , NO Clash with any other Module, NO Previous knowledge
required, NO Formal exams, NO books to buy - we use web based sources
SCIENCE FICTION AS AN INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY
FROM THE BEGINNINGS OF TIME TO THE ENDS OF THE UNIVERSE
SACREDNESS & SPIRITUALITY
ON-LINE COMMUNITIES
SCIENCE FICTION AS AN INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY Module Code: PI1115 This module is an introduction to some of the key questions raised by philosophical enquiry.
Philosophical enquiry involves gaining critical distance from everyday assumptions, often using
science fiction scenarios to make points about scepticism, personal identity or the structure of the
physical world. Using accessible science fiction texts the module will raise key questions from
selected areas of philosophy, introducing students to the critical and experimental aspects of
philosophical thinking.
FROM THE BEGINNINGS OF TIME TO THE ENDS OF THE UNIVERSE
Module Code: AA1082
Do you know what really happened in Roswell in 1947? And what have bats got to do with the Big
Bang? Discover the excitement of astronomy, black holes and learn about Sun dogs and blue
moons. We might even tell you a little on Red Dwarfs and the future of the Earth.
SACREDNESS & SPIRITUALITY Module Code: RB2241
This module will examine different cultural expressions of sacredness and spirituality in
comparison with personal beliefs. We will explore the social impact these beliefs have had within
specific communities, and how contemporary understanding has been shaped by their developing
theologies. The module will explore the different types of religious ritual, rites and symbolism
associated with a range of cultures, and expound contrasting definitions of sacredness and
spirituality. The module will also analyse the impact theology has had on political and social
constructs, and investigate the changes modernity has inaugurated on the meaning and value of
sacredness and spirituality.
ON-LINE COMMUNITIES Module Code: BT1007 The online communities module explores the non technical, cultural, social and individual aspects
of Virtual Life. The module covers several of the multitude of social community tools that are
increasingly becoming part of our lives - including: Social networking (Facebook and
myspace),Video (Youtube, Dotsub),Wikis (wikipaedia), Blogs (blogger) etc
In summary, NO Fixed timetable , NO Clash with any other Module, NO
Previous knowledge
required, NO Formal exams, NO books to buy - we use web based sources.
which would you pick? what should i pick?
i'm interested in them all...the sci fi one is loosing slightly on timetabling...it's a 9am start and i've missed the majority of my 9am classes this year, none of my other classes for next year start before 10.
interested to hear your thoughts.
also i cannot believe this is an option
it's using ebay
that's it
O_O
ON-LINE AUCTIONS Module Code: BT1006
Online Auctions is a unique elective as it is taught almost completely online. Online Auctions is not
a technical elective. During the module students will buy and sell goods at an online auction site
(ebay), carry out market research, produce a micro-business plan, investigate aspects of online
fraud, trust and security etc and perhaps even develop a profitable auction business to help
support your student lifestyle.
In summary, NO Fixed timetable , NO Clash with any other Module, NO Previous knowledge
required, NO Formal exams, NO books to buy - we use web based sources