Introduction to English: Literary Genres

Institution: 
University of New South Wales
Coordinator: 
Olubas, Dr Brigitta
Code: 
ARTS1030
Year: 
2011
Levels: 
Undergraduate

This course introduces students to English through the study of literary form. Focusing on the major literary genres of poetry, prose and drama, the course will examine ways of writing in English from a range of periods and cultural traditions including non-British and pre-Twentieth century. It will also introduce students to the specialised vocabulary of literary and textual analysis.

Texts: 
Nam Le The Boat 2008 Short story
Non-Austlit Texts: 

. Poetry Reader. Unicopy:

Morrison, Toni:. Beloved. Random House:

Shakespeare, William. Twelfth Night. Oxford:

Beckett, Samuel. Endgame. Faber:

Organisational Body: 
School of English, Media and Performing Arts
Assessment: 

Tutorial Preparation and Participation - 15%

Close Reading Exercise - 20%

Major Essay - 35%

Formal examination - 30%

Additional Information
Offering: 
Semester 1
Offered History: 
2010, 2009
Supplementary Texts: 

Glossary of Literary Terms 9e. Abrams M H

Short Guide To Writing About Literature 11E. Barnet and Cain

Categories:
Unit Contexts: English/Literary Studies