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Module Information

Assignment Details

Task

You are required to write a research-led and evidence-led 1000-word essay which analyses ONE of the questions below.

1. Critically evaluate how media representations construct social differences of race, ethnicity and/or gender. Answer with reference to 2 theoretical concepts discussed in the module, and to 2-3 published case studies. 

2. To what extent, and in what ways, is patriarchy alive in families? Answer with reference to 2 theoretical concepts discussed in the module, and to relevant research evidence. 

Refer to between 3-6 relevant sources in your essay. A minimum of 3 sources MUST be course readings from MyReading list and/or the KEATS Social Science homepage (including Reading Guides). Up to 3 additional sources can be used from MyReading list, and/or other academic journal articles, book chapters and reputable news sources.

Note: In academic writing, a case study is typically used to provide a detailed examination of a specific subject or situation to demonstrate the application of a particular theory or concept. Research evidence is any fact, information or data provided by a research study.

Submission Deadline

The deadline for this task is 11:00am on 5^th February 2024.

Submission after 10:59:59 will be considered a late submission and may result in penalties.

Assignment/Submission Procedure

You must submit the assessment electronically via the KEATS module page. Please ensure you submit via Turnitin.

The assignment must include a completed cover sheet.  This document can be found in the ‘Submit Assignment’ section on the module KEATS page.

Assignments are marked anonymously, and so you will need to submit using your student number (i.e., the number on your student card). This number should be clearly visible on the first page of the assignment. Please do not include your name on any part of the assignment.

Please name your assignment with your student number and class number.

Assignments must be submitted on time. Penalties for non-submission and late submission are detailed in the .

Word Limit

The suggested word count for this task is 1000 words. Title and reference list are not included in this total. Assignments exceeding this word limit by more than 5% will be penalised (see the King’s Foundations Student Handbook for details).

There is no penalty for under-length assignments; however, assignments that are more than 5% below the word count are unlikely to give adequate answers to the questions set.

You may make limited use of visual data (e.g., graphs, diagrams) in your assignment. However, visual data must always be accompanied by proper explanation/discussion in the main text of the assignment, not used as a substitute for it. You must also be sure to acknowledge any sources with correct referencing.

Style and Referencing Guidance

You must present your work in a standard essay format, consisting of an introduction, body, and conclusion (note: you do not need to provide headings for these sections).

Use 12pt Arial or Times New Roman font (14pt for headings). Written assignments should be 1.5-line spaced, with a single empty line between paragraphs.

You must fully reference your assignment (i.e., use in-text author/date/page citations and provide a full reference list at the end). Please use APA 7^th Referencing Style as per the KCL APA 7^th guidance.

Mitigating Circumstances

If you are unable to submit your assignment by the deadline above and you believe you have a valid reason for this, you must complete the Mitigating Circumstances process. Information and guidance can be found via the ‘Assessment’ section on Student Services Online.

Generative AI use for this assignment

Level of generative AI use allowed: Limited/selective.  

· This level allows the use of generative AI for the following tasks:

· Please note that you MUST NOT use generative AI for the following tasks:

Please see the King’s Generative AI Student Guidance for more details about what Limited/selective use of generative AI means.

Advice for this Assessment

Your essay should:

o Answer the question, presenting an argument which demonstrates knowledge of class materials as well as critical thinking. 

o Draw on the theories/concepts encountered in the seminar.

o Cite at least 3 sources, including the core reading, to substantiate your claims. These should appear in your reference list.

o Be structured as follows:

1. Introduction: The first paragraph of your essay will indicate its context and aim. State your argument. Indicate how you will answer the question.

2. Thesis statement: The thesis statement, usually occupying one or two sentences in the introduction, expresses your position regarding the main idea discussed in your writing.

3. Body paragraphs: Develop your argument point by point, putting forward the reasons that support the argument you stated in your introduction. Consider one counterargument, addressing potential objections or opposing viewpoints.

4. Conclusion: Summarise the reasons that support your argument, reminding the reader of what you have covered and how you have answered the question. Do not introduce new ideas in your conclusions, such as arguments or debates that were not discussed in your essay.

o For support in Essay writing, please revisit what you have learned in your English module (EAP or AECT) regarding: Thesis statements; Organising your essay, Paragraph structure, Introductions and Conclusions, Proof reading, Referencing and citations.