Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

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Synopsis

This unit will attempt to identify some of the chief trends in modern English literature in English, concentrating on the period from 1900 to 1945. The central figures of high modernism will be studied within their cultural and historical context.

Objectives

Students successfully completing this subject should have developed:

1. A recognition of what distinguishes modern English literature of the period 1900 to 1945.
2. A grounding in the nature of the cultural conditions in which modern English literature has been produced.
3. The ability to articulate critical interpretations of the set texts in systematic written argument and in clear and confident oral presentation.

Assessment

Class presentation (1000 words): 20%
Essay (1500 words): 30%
Examination (2 hours): 40%
Seminar participation: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Alan Dilnot

Contact hours

2 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture and 1 x 1 hour tutorial) per week

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

English