A new and unique series of guidebooks, the Doing... books introduce students to what it really means to study a particular subject at undergraduate level. Aimed at students in their final year of secondary education or those about to embark on an undergraduate course, these books help orientate readers either studying a subject for the first time or taking a more familiar subject to the next level.
By Mark Donnelly, Claire Norton
November 17, 2020
Doing History bridges the gap between the way history is studied in school or as represented in the media and the way it is studied at university level. History as an academic discipline has dramatically changed in recent decades and has been enhanced by ideas from other disciplines, the influence ...
By Robert Eaglestone
August 15, 2017
Doing English presents the ideas and debates that shape how we ‘do’ English today, explaining arguments about the value of literature, the canon, Shakespeare, theory, politics and the subject itself. In his lucid and engaging style, Robert Eaglestone: orients students by encouraging them to think...
By Peter Smith
April 18, 2016
Doing Economics offers a clear and accessible guide to the nature of Economics. Unlike many other mainstream disciplines, economics is a subject that many students meet for the first time when they arrive at University to study the subject at degree level. The way economics is studied at university...
By Jacqui Briggs
December 03, 2014
Aimed at politics students in their final year of secondary education or beginning their degrees, this highly readable book is the ideal introduction to politics. Doing Politics is a detailed guide to both the study and the activity of politics, which explores why we study politics, what is ...
By Sarah Casey Benyahia, Claire Mortimer
December 14, 2012
Doing Film Studies examines what it really means to study film, encouraging the reader to question the dominant theories as well as understanding the key approaches to cinema. This book provides an overview of the construction of film studies - including its history and evolution - and examines the...
By Angela Goddard
May 03, 2012
Doing English Language provides a concise, lively and accessible introduction to the field of English Language studies for readers who are interested in taking courses at university level. This book addresses the fundamental questions about studying English Language, including: How is English ...
By Donald Henson
August 27, 2012
Covering archaeology from a range of angles, incorporating history, major themes, theories and methods, Doing Archaeology provides a firm grounding for anyone interested in learning more about the discipline. Throughout the book, key information is accessibly presented and important questions are ...