English Literature and Culture
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| Number of credits | 15 |
| Course offered (semester) | Spring |
| Schedule | Schedule |
| Reading list | Reading list |
Language of Instruction
English
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course the student will:
- have acquired extended knowledge about the characteristics of the literature and/or culture the course focuses on
- be able to reflect on the theoretical issues the course raises
- have a critical and independent understanding of the issues related to the study of literature and/or culture
- be able to express her/himself academically correct in spoken and written English
Contact Information
studierettleiar@if.uib.no
Course offered (semester)
Spring
Language of Instruction
English
Course Unit Level
Bachelor
Access to the Course Unit
The course is open to all students with admission to the University of Bergen. Others can apply to the Division of Student Affairs to take specific exams.
Aim and Content
ENG212 gives a critical and theoretical introduction to English language literature or themes related to culture. The course focuses on a period or genre in English language literature, or on a literary, cultural or inter-disciplinary subject.
The course will give the student expanded knowledge about the literature and/or culture in the English speaking world and train the critical and independent understanding of issues related to the study of literature and/or culture. The course will also improve the students ability in written and oral English.
ENG212 or a corresponding course is an elective part of the specialization in English. Students taking two courses in English at the 200 level can choose between either taking ENG211 and ENG252 or ENG212 and ENG251.
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course the student will:
- have acquired extended knowledge about the characteristics of the literature and/or culture the course focuses on
- be able to reflect on the theoretical issues the course raises
- have a critical and independent understanding of the issues related to the study of literature and/or culture
- be able to express her/himself academically correct in spoken and written English
Recommended previous knowledge
It is advised that the students have completed their first semester studies. Additionally they should have completed ENG101, ENG106, ENG122, and ENG125 or corresponding courses.
For students with a background other than the Norwegian school system, a level of competence in English corresponding to B2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is recommended.
Teaching Methods
Type
h/week
weeks
total
days
compulsory
Seminar
1 x 2 h
12
24
Theory
1 x 2 h
10
20
44
Compulsory Requirements
None
Assessment methods
There is an exam in ENG212 each semester.
The exam is a written six hour school exam.
Grading Scale
The grading scale is A-F, where F is a fail.
Reading List
The curriculum (consisting of 7-10 works) may include fictional, non-fictional and theoretical texts.
Place of Teaching
Bergen
Course Unit Evaluation
The teaching is evaluated according to the quality assurance system of the University of Bergen.
Contact Information
studierettleiar@if.uib.no