Course names and Course codes

• English Language & Literary Studies (Semester 1) EL3021
• English Language & Literary Studies (Semester 2) EL3022

Course aims

The course aims are different in each of the two semesters; areas covered include:

• a variety of literary genres, including poetry, prose and drama
• biographical information about authors
• an overview of the political, social and economic background to literary texts and how these affect the writers' imaginative viewpoint
• guidance on writing academic essays on literature
• Expand the classroom experience of literature with extra-curricular visits to local theatrical and cinematic events

Who are these courses for?

• These courses are open to all Erasmus and Study Abroad students for university credits.
• Students should have an upper-intermediate level of English (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent).

Assessment

Students are required to submit two main pieces of written work, each of 1,500 words. A choice of titles and guidelines for producing the assignments will be provided by the tutor.
Assessments may include:

• A literary essay based on a novel
• A comparative analysis of two modern poems
• A review of a play, book or movie version of a novel

Students are expected to attend all sessions

Further resources

• Full list of EL Credit Modules 2011/2012