ENG4470 – Literary Theory
Course description
Course content
The courses under this heading (ENG4471-ENG4479), while focussing on literary works from one or several genres will focus on or more specific literary theories in their approach to literary texts. The courses aim to develop analytical abilities both in literary interpretation and in work with theoretical texts. Texts are chosen from works that invite and richly repay academic study.
Themes that fall under this heading include ENG4471 – The Return of the Author (discontinued), and Narrative, History, Fiction
Learning outcome
To acquire extensive knowledge about the theories studied. To develop the ability to analyse literary texts within a theoretical framework.
Admission
Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for in Studentweb.
If you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures.
Prerequisites
Formal prerequisite knowledge
Admission to the master program in literature, LAP or other suitable master programs.
Teaching
Seminar, two hours per week for ten weeks. Regular attendance and active participation is required, e.g. in the form of one or more oral presentations.
Examination
A term paper of 10 standard pages (topic to be decided between teacher and student).
All written papers must be accompanied by a declaration concerning cheating Obligatorisk erklæring vedr. fusk
Language of examination
English.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a scale from A to F, where A is the best grade and F is a fail. Read more about the grading system.
Marks will be published on Studentweb no later than three weeks after the submission date/exam.
Explanations and appeals
Resit an examination
Special examination arrangements
Application form, deadline and requirements for special examination arrangements.
Evaluation
The course is subject to continuous evaluation. At regular intervals we also ask students to participate in a more comprehensive evaluation.