ENG4364 – Homotextuality: Gay and Lesbian Literature
Course description
Schedule, syllabus and examination date
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Course content
This is an introductory course in English-language literature written by, about, or for gay men and lesbians in the twentieth century. We will study a variety of representations of homosexuality in a selection of fictional and non-fictional texts.
Learning outcome
After completing this course you will have:
- learned about gay and lesbian literature, its themes, periodization, and narrative techniques
- learned how gay and lesbian identity has developed in the twentieth century
- learned how to analyze literary texts that focus on (homo)sexuality
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
Recommended previous knowledge
The course assumes a good proficiency in written and oral English.
Overlapping courses
10 credits overlap with ENG2324 – Homotextuality: Gay and Lesbian Literature
Teaching
Seminar, two hours per week for 14 weeks, 28 hours in all.
Attendance is obligatory at least 11 out of 14 seminars. Additional absences must be justified by documentation to the exam coordinator.
Students prepare by studying the primary texts and completing assignments they are given in class or that are posted in Fronter. All handouts in connection with the course will be available in Fronter.
Examination
The assessment of the course is based on a home examination spanning over 3 days.
Previous exams The exam form has changed.
Submit assignments in Inspera
You submit your assignment in the digital examination system Inspera. Read about how to submit assignments in Inspera.
Use of sources and citation
You should familiarize yourself with the rules that apply to the use of sources and citations. If you violate the rules, you may be suspected of cheating/attempted cheating.
Language of examination
The examination text is given in English, and you submit your response in 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.
Explanations and appeals
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Withdrawal from an examination
A term paper or equivalent that is passed may not be resubmitted in revised form.
If you withdraw from the exam after the deadline, this will be counted as an examination attempt.
Evaluation
The course is subject to continuous evaluation. At regular intervals we also ask students to participate in a more comprehensive evaluation.