English Language & Literary Studies
Develop your English through the study of literature
| Credits | 15 |
| Availability | Semester 1 |
| Classes | 3 hours per week |
| Module Leader | Dr Chris Wolf |
Module name and code
- English Language & Literary Studies (Semester 1) EL3021 (The Romantics)
Module aims
As a result of this module, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the generic features of poetry, drama and the novel
- demonstrate an understanding of the authors and works covered
- develop their knowledge of the English language through the language used by the authors studied
- react to and interpret literary works critically, in order to support their argument in discussion
- evaluate interpretations of an original work (e.g. a film interpretation)
- demonstrate knowledge of the metalanguage needed to discuss literary texts
- develop their reading skills for coping with authentic texts
- exploit available resources (sources of literary texts and criticism)
Who is this module for?
- This module is open to all Erasmus and Study Abroad students for university credits
- Students are expected to have a level of English of: CEFR C1
Assessment
- This module is assessed by means of two pieces of academic writing: a critical review and an essay