Course - General Literary Theory 1 - ALIT3100
ALIT3100 - General Literary Theory 1
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Oral examination
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral examination | 100/100 | 30 minutes |
Course content
The curriculum consists of texts from modern literary theory, aesthetic theory, poetics, genre theory, theory of interpretation, as well as from relevant debates in literary studies. It may also include a history of comparative literature as academic discipline and theory of literary history. As a whole the curriculum must have a broad academic scope. The curriculum shall consist of approximately 600 pages. The students are expected to participate in discussions and be able to communicate and discuss texts from the curriculum in class.
Learning outcome
Candidates will have obtained the following general competency after successfully completing this course:
Knowledge
- The candidate has specialized theoretical and methodological knowledge which can be used in reflecting on one's own and other's practical research, as well as a tool for further research.
Proficiency
The candidate should have the ability to:
- analyze and assess theoretical and methodological perspectives in literary works
- assess and compare analyses of fiction
- present and reflect on comparative literature studies in practice.
Learning methods and activities
Seminars. Students are expected to participate by making oral presentations, comments, etc.
1-3 compulsory assignments: Approved written and/or oral assignment
Compulsory assignments
- Written assignment(s) and/or presentation(s)
Recommended previous knowledge
Bachelor's degree with specialisation in comparative literature, or other relevant coursework equivalent to 80 credits.
Required previous knowledge
None
Course materials
A reading list will be available first day of class.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALIT3301 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2010 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Language of instruction: -
Location: Trondheim
- Comparative Literature
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature