Course syllabus autumn 2016
Course syllabus autumn 2016
Title
Introduction to the Theory of Literature
Swedish title
Introduction to the Theory of Literature
Course code
EN241A
Credits
7.5 credits
Grading scale
UA / Excellent (A), Very Good (B), Good (C), Satisfactory (D), Pass (E) or Fail (U)
Language of instruction
English
Decision-making body
Faculty of Culture and Society
Syllabus approval date
2016-05-13
Syllabus valid from
2016-08-29
Entry requirements
Basic eligibility for university studies and the higher education course English I, 30 credits
(en101E/A).
Level
Basic level
No main field.
Progression level
G1F
Progression level in relation to degree requirements
The course can normally be included as a part of a general degree at undergraduate level.
Course objectives
In the course the students learn how different theories of literature have emerged as responses to particular issues in literature, in other theories of literature, and outside literature. The students learn to frame literary issues using concepts in literary theory.
Course contents
During the course the students develop an understanding of different theories of literature, and gives students tools to frame literary issues in theoretically informed ways.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
After completing this course, the student
1) understands some of the most important distinctions in the theory of literature;
Competence and skills
After completing this course, the student
2) can practice techniques of analysis through concepts and reflect on their own ability to produce interpretations, and;
Judgement and approach
After completing this course, the student
3) can seek and evaluate further information within the field of literary theory.
Learning activities
The language of instruction is English.
Learning activities are lectures, seminars, written assignments, self-studies of course literature and independent work on a particular topic.
Assessment
The course is examined through one oral exam (2,5 credits) and one written assignment (5 credits). Learning outcomes 1-3 are examined in both examinations.
Course literature and other study material
The Norton Anthology of Theory & Criticism, ed. Vincent B. Leitch et al. (W.W. Norton & Co. 2001)
William Shakespeare, Othello, ed. Kenneth Muir (Penguin Shakespeare 2005)
Virginia Woolf, Mrs Dalloway, ed. David Bradshaw (Oxford World’s Classics 2000)
Further materials to be made available via Its Learning.
Course evaluation
The course is concluded with an individual course evaluation focusing on the goals of the course. The evaluations are summarized and made available to the students at the completion of the course.
Interim rules
When a course is no longer given, or when the content has been changed to a large degree, the student will be offered two opportunities, during a one year period, to be examined according to the course plan which was valid at the time of registration.
Additional information
The language of instruction is English.