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This course explores literature as a global phenomenon, placing national literatures in an international context. It considers how literature engages with historical and cultural events during periods of rapid change and conflict, such as globalisation and decolonisation, and examines its relationship to other ways of making sense of the world (including the arts, philosophy and politics). It considers a range of examples, such as terrorism and problems of conflict and memory, in order to illustrate the role played by literature in coming to grips with events and social developments of world-wide importance. All literary texts will be read in translation.
Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 1 |
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Session | Second Sub Session | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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This course provides an introduction to the study of Literature in a World Context. It places national literatures in an international context and helps students of literature develop an understanding of literary creativity and response. While the course is a prerequisite for students intending to pursue Literature in a World Context as an honours option, all students of literature should benefit from this broad approach to literary study. By the end of the course, you should have acquired initial knowledge and understanding of:
You will also have developed an ability to:
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt: 1 two-hour written examination (50%); continuous assessment (50%) - one 1,250 word essay (40%) and tutorial assessment mark (10%).
Resit: 1 two-hour written examination (100%).
One 350 word review; short written responses.
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