ENGL3101

Modern World Literature

10 Units 3000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

The course introduces students to a number of modern texts of international significance, thus familiarising them with major aspects of current world literature. Texts written by foreign-language authors are examined in English translation. Internal mode of delivery.

Objectives 1. Comprehension of texts in English and in English translation.
2. Critical analysis of texts.
3. Understanding of literary, historical, social and cultural movements associated with these texts.
4. Language development through discussion and writing about texts and theories related to them.
5. Independent research using secondary literature related to the prescribed texts.
Content The course aims to provide an insight into major modern writers. Students will
* Engage in close reading of prose, verse and dramatic texts.
* Engage in practical criticism of literary technique
* Express opinions about and give reasoned responses to texts
Replacing Course(s) IDIS2040 (2003)
Transition None required
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge 20 units of English at 1000 level
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Seminar
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments Two or more written assignments, which might include minor or major essays, tutorial papers, book reviews, online quiz, blogs, essay proposals, bibliographies or other similar exercises, totalling 1000-4500 words.
Other: (please specify) Students must submit all assessment items in order to complete the course.

Specific instructions about the weighting, timing and word limits of all assessment tasks will be found in the course outline available in the first two weeks of semester.
Contact Hours Seminar: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for ENGL3101