Queer Archives (V1500)
15 credits, Level 6
Autumn teaching
On this module, you’ll explore the concepts and practices of working with queer archives. You’ll examine how LGBTQ+ histories are preserved, interpreted, and shared, focusing on community-led approaches that prioritise the co-creation and co-production of:
- queer primary sources
- collections
- archives.
Using Brighton as a key case study, you’ll engage with both physical and digital archives to investigate how queer narratives are:
- constructed
- contested
- celebrated.
The distinction between physical and digital sources will prompt critical reflection on the complexities of representing queer identities and experiences online. This includes issues of visibility, access and digital preservation.
You’ll develop practical skills in archival research and heritage interpretation. You’ll also consider ethical and political dimensions of queer archives and the primary sources contained therein. You’ll think critically and creatively about how archives can be a tool for:
- activism
- memory-making
- community empowerment.
We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.
We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.
Courses
This module is offered on the following courses: