This course is aimed at students in their first year of the MA programme and will lay the theoretical and methodological basis for the discussions in the corresponding seminar (17 390). We will ... read more
This course is aimed at students in their first year of the MA programme and will lay the theoretical and methodological basis for the discussions in the corresponding seminar (17 390). We will discuss theoretical texts and methodological approaches in Literary and Cultural Studies and reflect on how we can transfer the insights from our readings to the analysis of various examples from fiction, poetry, drama, film, etc. The course will also include an introduction to/a refresher on the principles of good academic practice. In addition, students will rehearse basic research techniques, create literature overviews and annotated bibliographies, and write abstracts.
Assessment: Students are expected to attend regularly and participate in all seminar activities. This will include e.g. short written assignments and oral presentations. Students should combine this course with the seminar in the module (17 390).
