EPHUMA144

Literature and Film 1

English Language & Foundation Studies Centre

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus	Semester 1
Ourimbah	Semester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

The course explores different representations of identity in a range of literary and film texts and will examine the significance of these texts within the context of the societies that have produced them.
Students will be introduced to a range of interpretative approaches appropriate to the study of Literature and Film as tertiary disciplines. Research and essay writing skills will be emphasised and developed. The method of delivery is by face to face teaching, with some opportunity for group discussion.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course students will develop:
1. A sound knowledge of the structures and techniques used in various forms of literature and film
2. A sound knowledge of the terminology used in the analysis of literature and film, and the ways in which to use it
3. Some understanding of the variety of critical approaches that may be employed in the study of literature and film
4. The ability to develop independent responses to a variety of imaginative texts
5. The ability to work collaboratively in small groups
6. The skills necessary to think critically and respond appropriately in both written and oral forms to a variety of fictional texts
7. The skills necessary to write an academic essay.

Content

Through a range of texts, EPHUMA144 will focus on the representation of the relationship between identity and different types of environments and social contexts. Students will be encouraged to think critically about the relationship between imaginative texts and the cultural contexts that produce them.

Replacing Course(s)

Transition

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

Nil

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Lecture
Tutorial

Assessment Items

Essays / Written Assignments	Essay Plan: Detailed plan of major essay.
Essays / Written Assignments	Major Essay: presentation of coherent argument in appropriate academic form
Essays / Written Assignments	Reflection Task: Brief individual reflection on the group presentation.
Examination: Formal	Final Examination: Assesses overall proficiency in this course. To be held during the University examination period.
Presentations - Group	Group Oral Presentation: The purpose of this exercise is to encourage students to cooperate in a group in researching material and delivering it to the class.
Quiz - On-line	Online Quizzes: A series of short online quizzes based on each of the set texts

Contact Hours

Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks
Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for 11 weeks

Timetables