Anglais

The amount of energy consumed by humans is constantly increasing.  As are the effects of this on our climate.  If we want our planet to remain habitable we need to meet our energy needs from cleaner sources.  Plenty of technological solutions already exist, but could we solve the human problems of implementation and could we do it in time?  This course places the political and economic aspects of transition within the context of a broader look at humanity’s relationship with energy and analyses the human blocks and brakes on the implementation of environmentally driven energy solutions.  A large part of the course is given over to methodology.  How do we evaluate the economic and political feasibility of these solutions?  Can we make solutions to intermittency viable?  Will adverse human factors override good engineering? Assessment is principally on an oral presentation and a short written dossier on the same subject.

Humour is an integral part of social interaction and very difficult to master when exchanging in a second language. Cultural and social connotations, experiences and political correctness all contribute to an ever evolving form of communication that we all love to partake in.

By studying British & American humour and their differences (videos/related articles/series/sketches/stand-up comedians etc...) you will get an insight into what makes these two cultures laugh. Does it make you laugh & does a 'global humour’ exist? 

Your final project will be in small groups, writing & performing your own sketches. Fear not!... there will be a lot of preparation for this & you don't need to be 'funny' to partake in this programme, it’s just another way to learn about the Queen’s or the President’s English.