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Undergraduate Programs

Certificates

• Archaeology
• Certificate of Higher Education
• English Literature
• History
• History of Art
• Theological Studies

Diplomas

• Archaeology
• Creative Writing
• English Social and Local History
• History of Art

Advanced Diplomas

• British Archaeology
• IT Systems Analysis and Design (Online)
• Local History (Online)

Pre-Master's

• Advanced Pre-sessional Course for Graduate Students (nine weeks, full-time)
• Foundations of Diplomacy Pre-Master's Course (six months, full-time)

Summer Schools

• Oxford University Summer School for Adults

Postgraduate Programs

Certificates

• Architectural History
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Ecological Survey Techniques
• Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Health Research
• Historical Studies
• Nanotechnology
• Patient Safety and Quality Improvement
• Psychodynamic Counselling
• Qualitative Health Research Methods
• Teaching Evidence-Based Health Care

Diplomas

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Severe Mental Health Problems
• Health Research
• International Wildlife Conservation Practice
• Psychodynamic Practice

Master of Studies (MSt)

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• Diplomatic Studies
• Historical Studies
• History of Design
• Literature and Arts
• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
• Practical Ethics
• Psychodynamic Practice

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• Archaeology
• Architectural History
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• English Local History
• Evidence-Based Health Care
• Literature and Arts
• Sustainable Urban Development

Master of Science (MSc)

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• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• English Local History
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• Evidence-Based Health Care Medical Statistics
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Course Details

Myth-Making and Folk Horror in the British Isles

Overview

This course explores how the myths of the British Isles, shaped by landscape and legend, continue to haunt modern culture through text, film, and drama.

Programme Details

• Seminars: Participants are taught in small seminar groups of up to 10 students, and receive two one-on-one tutorials with their tutor.
• Programme Timetable: The daily timetable includes seminars, tea/coffee breaks, lunch, and afternoons free for tutorials, individual study, or exploring Oxford.

Certification

• Certificate of Attendance: All participants who complete the course will receive a physical Certificate of Attendance.
• Digital Badge: Participants will also be issued with an official digital badge of attendance.
• Academic Credit: The course carries 10 CATS (Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme) points at FHEQ (Framework for Higher Education Qualification) Level 4.

Fees

• Fee Option 1 (Single en suite - inc. Tuition and Meals): Ł2280.00
• Fee Option 2 (Double en suite - inc. Tuition and Meals) 1 person: Ł2385.00
• Fee Option 3 (Twin en suite - inc. Tuition and Meals) per person: Ł1925.00
• Fee Option 4 (No Accommodation - inc. Tuition, Lunch & Dinner): Ł1450.00

Funding

Concessionary rates are available on a non-residential basis for those who qualify.

Tutor

Dr Victoria Condie has taught courses in medieval and Old English literature for Oxford University's Department for Continuing Education and currently teaches medieval language and literature at the University of Cambridge.

Course Aims

This course aims to establish the continuity between established myths and legends and their contemporary reinventions.

Teaching Methods

The teaching methods used during this course may include short lectures/presentations, physical handouts, seminars/group discussions, and video recordings.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will have been given the opportunity to understand the development of certain legends, their reinterpretation in the present day, their key themes, their re-shaping in film and drama, and their continuing existence as sources of inspiration.

Assessment Methods

Participants are required to undertake preparatory reading and complete a pre-course assignment of 1,500 words. Although this does not count towards credit, it is seen as an important way of developing ideas and is mandatory. The pre-course assignment is typically due in the first week of June.

Application

Most courses fill quickly, so early registration is strongly recommended. If the preferred course is fully booked, participants may wish to add themselves to the waiting list, and the Programme Administrator will contact them should a place become available.