ELC3950

Literary theory and critical practice in the European languages

(ART)

To be advised

8 points + 2 hours per week + Second semester + Clayton

Synopsis: In this subject students will study the most important contemporary analytical tools required for an effective interpretation of literary and other texts. Text production, textual strategies, text reception and the most influential schools of contemporary thought in the area of literary and cultural theory will be the main areas covered.

Assessment: One reading report (1500 words in English):25% + One seminar presentation: 25% + Final essay (3000 words in English): 50%