Course content

An advanced course in selected themes within contemporary literature, primarily European, from the Romantic period to the present.

The course may focus on a specific period, trend or genre (the poetics of symbolism, the naturalistic novel, the breakthrough of modern drama, the literature of the absurd, the modernist poetry of 1910-era etc.) or be thematically defined.

They may also focus on literature in a setting of social studies, the history of ideas, and inter aesthetic matters (for example Impressionist art and literature, modernism in theatre, music, art, and literature), or adaptations between literature and other media.

Learning outcome

The course will provide the students with advanced insight of selected themes within contemporary literature, primarily European, from the Romantic period to the present.

Learning methods and activities

Seminars. Active student participation is expected.
Course requirements:
Approved reading list and approved seminar presentation (approx. 15 minutes) or written assignment (approx. 4-5 pages).

Form of assessment:
2 week written assignment of 12-15 pages.

Compulsory assignments

• Approved class presentation or written assignment
• Approved reading list

Recommended previous knowledge

Basic courses in comparative literature or other relevant coursework equivalent to 60 credits.

Required previous knowledge

None.

Course materials

A reading list will be available first day of class.

Credit reductions