Course - Literature: Drama and Poetry - ENG1302
ENG1302 - Literature: Drama and Poetry
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | F |
Course content
Course content
This course is a genre-based introduction to poetry and drama in English. Presenting important English-language literary texts, the course explores a selection of poems and plays so as to illuminate the different forms and techniques found within these principal generic categories. The course also provides an introduction to specialist terminology used within literary criticism.
Learning outcome
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Candidates who have passed this course
- are familiar with a variety of significant English-language poems and plays
- have knowledge of different genres of English-language drama and poetry
- have insight into how genre conventions and expectations associated with drama and poetry convey meaning
- are familiar with and able to use the English-language terminology associated with drama and poetry
- may become familiar with basics of library research
Skills
Candidates who have passed this course
- are able to write a literary analysis in correct English
- are able to read dramatic and poetic texts in a critical and independent manner
General competence
Candidates who have passed this course
- have oral and written competence in English that expand beyond a literature classroom
- develop introductory cross-cultural literacy
- can engage in a critical reflection of diverse cultural works
Learning methods and activities
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, seminar sessions and supervision.
Students are required to use the course learning platform regularly.
Students should expect that this 7.5 credit course equates with approximately 10 hours of work per week, including teaching time.
Compulsory assignments
- 1 written assignment, approximately 1000 words/2.5 pages
Students with the MLSPRÅK program may be assigned a separate obligatory assignment.
Approved obligatory assignment is valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester).
Compulsory assignments
- One written assignment, approx. 1000 words/2,5 pages
Further on evaluation
About the assessment:
The exam must be answered in English. Information about which dictionaries students are allowed to consult during the exam will be available in the reading list at the beginning of the semester.
Recommended previous knowledge
Students should have knowledge of English equivalent to that of students who have learned English as a programme subject over two years at Norwegian "videregående skole".
Course materials
The specific pensum will vary, but will include: a selection of poetic and dramatic texts from a range of different periods and English-language cultures; material offering guidance on the study of literature; a dictionary of literary terms. The curriculum/reading list will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG1301 | 7.5 | SPRING 2006 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- English Literature
- English
- English Literature
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 F 2024-11-20 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL111 orange sone Sluppenvegen 14 20 SL111 lyseblå sone Sluppenvegen 14 55 SL274 Sluppenvegen 14 2 SL315 Sluppenvegen 14 2 SL120 Sluppenvegen 14 3 SL111 brun sone Sluppenvegen 14 76 - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 F INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"