Introduction to Literature Studies

 

Gellir astudio 'Introduction to Literature Studies' fel cwrs annibynnol ac mae'n gwrs dewisol ar gyfer y Dystysgrif Addysg Uwch mewn Ysgrifennu Creadigol ym Mhrifysgol Aberystwyth. 

Ffeithiau Allweddol

 

Iaith: Saesneg 

Hyd:  10 Wythnos 

Nifer y Credydau: 10 

Tiwtor: Mari Ellis-Dunning  

Dull Dysgu: Ar lein  

Lefel: Mae'r modiwl hwn ar Lefel 4 FfCChC  

Cod y Modiwl: XM10010 

Ffi:  £130.00 - Cynllun Hepgor Ffioedd  

Gellir archebu lle ar y cwrs yma.

 

Overview

Through an introduction to selected poetry, prose and drama texts, students will gain foundational knowledge of English literary studies. During the module, students will develop skills in close analysis and essay writing with a focus on writing with economy and precision. This course is suitable for anyone who wishes to enhance their core study skills, gain a deeper understanding of English Literature as a subject area, or engage with canonical literary texts, including Jane Eyre.

Programme

Through pre-recorded videos and live sessions, we will focus on developing core skills in English literary studies.
Sessions will include:

  •  Introduction
  •  Developing an academic style
  •  Writing with economy and precision
  •  Developing close analysis skills
  •  Considering Context
  •  Prose-fiction pre-1900
  •  Drama
  •  Poetry post-1900

 

Learning Outcomes 

On completion of this module, students should be able to:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate terminology used in academic study of English literature
  2. Analyse unseen texts in a clear and coherent way and be able to draw connections between two texts or two extracts from within one text
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of context and an ability to integrate context effectively when writing about key texts
  4. Engage with, analyse and discuss selected texts and produce a piece of written work for assessment
  5. Discuss development of own and others’ writing through workshopping and feedback

Assessments

  • Essay Plan - 500 Words (30%)
  • Written Assignment - 1500 Words (70%)

Reading Suggestions

Charlotte Bronte, Jane Eyre, (Penguin, 2006)

Entry Requirements

This course is for everyone. No previous experience is needed and there are no formal entry requirements.

What do I Need

As this is an online course, you would need the following: 

  • Internet access.
  • Access to a laptop or computer with a web camera and microphone; the use of headphones might also be of benefit.
  • Use of the Chrome web-browser where possible.