GRN4275

Critics of Civilisation (12 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Axel Fliethmann

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this subject students should have developed an understanding of Heine's view of German intellectual history, Marx's interpretation of history, Nietzsche's critique of Western culture and morality, Freud's theory of civilisation and Horkheimer and Adorno's of Western popular culture; formed a critical understanding of the texts studied through close reading; and grasped the premises and implications of the theories and critiques presented by the texts.

Assessment: Two essays in German (1000 words each): 25% + Two essays on German texts (2500 words each): 50% + Two examinations (1 hour each): 25%

Contact Hours: 3 hours (3 x seminars) per week

Prerequisites: Advanced German Studies 3, part 2 or above; or equivalent