Module Title:Celebrity Studies
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:8
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: The learning outcomes will be achieved through the following teaching methodologies: Lectures – Communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student. Problem Solving Exercises – students will analyse relevant topics in Celebrity Studies. Class discussion and debates - students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class debates which will develop their analytical skills. E-Learning – Use of VLE (Blackboard) will be used Self-directed learning – Independent reading and research will be encouraged through the use of SETU's Learning Resource Centre, audio-visual material and reading.
Module Aim: Utilizing theoretical frameworks from Media and Cultural Studies, this module aims to introduce students to key concepts in celebrity culture. The module maps the dynamics of celebrity across history, mediums and audiences, engaging with the economic and cultural systems of capital that drive iterations of fame and stardom.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Demonstrate an understanding the relationship between celebrity culture and economic/cultural capital
LO2 Ability to identify key advancements in celebrity culture
LO3 Ability to analyse how celebrity culture intersects with theories of gender, race and class
LO4 Develop written assessments in Media and Cultural Studies
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

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Requirements
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Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
From Stage to Screen
Vaudeville, theatre and celebrity - The Irish on the American Stage - Early cinema.
Hollywood Studio System
Stars of the big screen - Hollywood Golden Age
From Big to Small Screen
Early television and cultural change - 1950s teen idols - crossover stars
Reality TV
Rise of the reality TV and the new "ordinary" celebrity -tabloid cultures - self-branding - global television cultures
Social Media Celebrities
From internet stars to social media influencers - attention economy - micro celebrities - economy of self
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Project Written Project with 2 parts 1,2,3,4 100.00 n/a
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Every Week 3.00
Independent Learning Time Every Week 6.00
Total Hours 9.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_DPCCS_B Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Content Creation and Social Media 7 Mandatory