Attitudes towards gender and sexuality have transformed over the past 50 years. Television has documented it all – and sometimes surprisingly driven – radical change. Join us to explore the key moments that shaped Queer UK.
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Activists, artists and pop culture have all helped transform attitudes towards LGBTIQ+ people over the past half century – moments captured on television, or even movements propelled by the nation’s favourite media. We’ll explore the key series, episodes, interventions and even invasions in UK queer history – as seen on TV.
What will we cover?
Queering the box: the early rule-breakers
Section 28 and other news storms
Soaps to the forefront?
‘A Change of Sex’ and trans realities
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Identify key moments in UK LGBTQI+ history
Identify key moments in UK television history
Explain how activists, artists and pop culture have all shaped attitudes towards gender and sexuality in the UK
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This session is suitable both for newcomers to the subject and for those who have some background knowledge. You will need a good grasp of English to keep up with the course.
Given the sensitive nature of the topics the session will explore, we also expect everyone to engage group and class discussions with respect and the willingness to learn from others.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
This class will feature short lecture style portions with video clips followed by group discussion.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
There are no additional costs, but you may wish to bring pen and paper or a digital equivalent for notetaking .
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Your tutor will share other courses with you. Please also explore the Humanities sections for other related courses as more will be added.
Siobhán McGuirk is an internationally experienced researcher, lecturer, journalist and filmmaker. She has a PhD in Anthropology and her specialisms include migration, LGBTQ+ rights, social justice movements and US history. As a teacher and researcher, she uses creative and collaborative methods designed to bring people together and positively shape the ways we think and act in the world.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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