Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

This unit will consider the ideological and structural effects of translation from literary to visual text. This will be achieved through a close reading of a number of paired texts (ie. novel and film). Students will develop analytical skills for reading with both specific genres, and extend these skills through seminar debate and written work.

Assessment

Essay (2500 words): 60%
Test (2 hours): 40%

Contact hours

2 hour seminar per week plus 5 x 2-hour screenings

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

English

Prerequisites

A first-year sequence in Literature or relevant discipline