Arrive at a good understanding of the history of Literary Theory, its subdivisions and its various theoretical paradigms. Discuss its objectives, its problems, and the place it occupies within the humanities. Develop the students' sense of intellectual rigour by stimulating critical epistemological and methodological reflection. Further improve knowledge of the English language.
See "Learning Outcomes".
After analyzing the complex relationships between the "scholarly" or "scientific" study of literature and various other ways of speaking about literature, the course covers the major trends in literary theory and their links with philosophy, sociology, linguistics, psychology, structuralism, ideology critique, etc.
Coursebook, Literary Theory, available at "Réprographie"
Anthology, Literary Theory, available at "Réprographie"
Kate Chopin, The Awakening, available at local bookshop Point Virgule
Interactive teaching: Students have previously studied the chapter indicated in the syllabus. The teacher replies to questions from students and puts her questions to them. Extra examples and material for discussion are provided.
Coursebook, Literary Theory, available at "Réprographie"
Anthology, Literary Theory, available at "Réprographie"
Kate Chopin, The Awakening, available at local bookshop Point Virgule
| Training | Study programme | Block | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Modern Languages and Literatures: German, Dutch and English | Standard | 0 | 5 | |
| Bachelor in Modern Languages and Literatures: German, Dutch and English | Standard | 2 | 5 |