General Literary Theory 1

The curriculum consists of texts from modern literary theory, aesthetic theory, poetics, genre theory, theory of interpretation, as well as from relevant debates in literary studies. It may also include a history of comparative literature as academic discipline and theory of literary history. As a whole the curriculum must have a broad academic scope. The curriculum shall consist of approximately 600 pages. The students are expected to participate in discussions and be able to communicate and discuss texts from the curriculum in class.

Candidates will have obtained the following general competency after successfully completing this course:

Knowledge

- The candidate has specialized theoretical and methodological knowledge which can be used in reflecting on one's own and other's practical research, as well as a tool for further research.

Proficiency

The candidate should have the ability to:

- analyze and assess theoretical and methodological perspectives in literary works

- assess and compare analyses of fiction

- present and reflect on comparative literature studies in practice.

Seminars. Students are expected to participate by making oral presentations, comments, etc.

1-3 compulsory assignments: Approved written and/or oral assignment