The programme explores how cultures and societies influence each other. It aims to provide a panoramic view of the development and power of cultures and to analyze the influence of social impacts at the global and local levels.
The first week consists of foundation courses for students with lecture topics in culture, society, gender, media and globalization. In the second week students will choose their study stream according to their interest. Stream A has a module on creative industries, while Stream B will focus on gender study.
The elective courses encourage students to nurture and explore their interests in one of the specialized streams below and are dedicated to developing well-rounded and intellectually open students.
(FULL) Stream A : ‘Young Talents for the Global Creative Industries’ (SISA2408A) – This course introduces young students to the creative industries, beginning with the emergence and nature of creative industries. It is then followed by a thorough discussion of creativity and how they can further develop their own creativity. The second half of the course focuses on the ways creativity is commercialized, marketed, branded and financed. Finally, students will be required to form a creative team to develop a business in the creative industries.
(FULL) Stream B: ‘To Gender Infinity and Beyond’ (SISA2408B) - This course aims to promote gender equity, diversity, and awareness among students. It explores a wide range of contemporary issues through the lens of gender, including body positivity movements, ‘leftover women’, Black Lives Matter, and gender inclusion in the workplace. Students will examine how gender operates differently in individuals, communities, and institutions. They will develop a stronger sensitivity to gender stereotypes and sexism in daily lives and popular culture. Apart from learning basic gender studies concepts like sexism and intersectionality, students will also acquire skills to debunk gender myths and develop a more diverse workplace as future leaders.
- Teacher: Dr. Dixon WONG