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Introduction to Literary Theory

The subject LIT216 Introduction to Literary Theory introduces students to key concerns of contemporary literary theory. It involves the consideration of important essays in the field, both in terms of theoretical issues and the various 'schools' of theory and criticism that the essays represent.

Subject Information

Grading System

The grading system for this subject is HD/FL.

Duration

The duration of this subject is one session.

School

This subject is part of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Assumed Knowledge

The assumed knowledge for this subject is LIT1%%.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

• be able to demonstrate a capability of reading and discussing theoretical discourse critically
• be able to demonstrate a familiarity with key concepts and distinctions (e.g. langue/parole, sign, subject, discourse, ideology, author/scriptor) thematised by contemporary literary theory
• be able to demonstrate an awareness of some of the assumptions that inform their own reading and thinking about literature and culture
• be able to describe the values and premises of some of the major 'schools' of criticism and theory, and to recognise the way in which these values inform particular instances of criticism

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• The reading of key essays in contemporary literary theory, mediated by explanatory commentary clarifying concepts, motivations, and contexts that inform and/or are presupposed by the essays
• Introduction to key literary theoretical concepts and arguments through this reading

Subject Outlines

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