French Literature and Literary Analysis

The course should give students insight into theories and methods for critical analysis of various types of French-language texts. The course has a practical approach, focusing on the terms, techniques and methods for working with assignments in the different disciplines of French studies. Students will learn how to write short academic texts in French.

Knowledge

Candidates who have passed this course:

- have insight in terms used in critical analysis

- have insight into genre-related issues

Skills

Candidates who have passed this course:

- are able to read and understand short French texts in different genres

- are able to use analytical terms and methods in comments and interpretations of literary texts

- are able to write short academic texts in French

General competence

Candidates who have passed this course:

- possess basic analytical skills

- have basic competence in constructing and structuring texts

Lectures and group sessions with discussion. Practical assignments. The course is taught in French.

Obligatory assignments:

80% mandatory attendance

1 short written assignment in French

1 oral presentation in French

For students following the programme in Language Studies with Teacher Education, at least one of the assignments must have a didactic focus.

Approved obligatory assignments are only valid for the semester in which the approval is given. All obligatory assignments must be completed in the same semester.