Course - Topics in Literature and Culture - ENG3430
Topics in Literature and Culture
About
About the course
Course content
Course content
Language of instruction is English.
This course explores a topic within literature or cultural history, or an interdisciplinary topic. The course may build upon themes explored in lower-level courses. A more detailed description of the academic content will be made available in the reading list at the beginning of the semester.
Learning outcome
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Candidates who have passed this course
- have in-depth understanding of a topic in literature or cultural history, or an interdisciplinary topic
- have critical insight into scientific approaches and methods relevant to the analysis of the subject material
Skills
Candidates who have passed this course
- are able to write substantial analytical texts on the topic(s) studied in academic English
- can locate and use relevant secondary sources in their work
- can use relevant theory and specialist scientific literature from the relevant discipline(s)
General Competence
Candidates who have passed this course
- have strong oral and writing English skills
- can critically evaluate the credibility and relevance of different sources of knowledge
- develop stronger cross-cultural competency skills
Learning methods and activities
Learning methods and activities
A combination of lectures, seminars, group activity, and/or supervision. Students are required to use the digital course learning platform regularly and to make an active contribution in class.
Students should expect that this 7.5 credit course equates with approximately 10 hours of work per week, including teaching time.
Compulsory assignment(s)
1-3 written and/or oral assignments, equivalent to 3000-3500 words in total, which contribute to the final term paper. Specific tasks will be defined at the start of the semester.
Approved obligatory assignment is valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester).
Compulsory assignments
- 1-3 written and/or oral assignments - equivalent to 3000-3500 words in total and ultimately contributing to the semester
Further on evaluation
About the assessment
Assessment: Term paper, approx. 3000-3500 words and oral examination, 20 minutes.
The term paper counts as 60 % and the oral examination counts as 40 % of the final grade. The exam must be answered in English.
The oral examination can be expected to test the candidate's knowledge of the entire curriculum.
Each of the exams are graded separately. Only the final grade will be listed on official diplomas and transcripts of records from NTNU. Both the term paper and the oral examination must receive the grade E or better in order for the student to receive a passing grade.
If a student fails one part of the exam, they must retake only that part of the exam. If a student retakes a passed exam, they must retake all parts of the exam It is not possible for students who have passed the exam in ENG3430 retake the exam in a semester where this course is not taught.
Students who did not pass the exam, or who did not complete the exam due to illness may submit the exam in a semester where this course is not taught; however, they will not receive any supervision.
Recommended previous knowledge
Bachelor's Degree with specialisation in English.
Course materials
Curriculum/reading list will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
Subject areas
- English Literature
- English
- English Cultural Studies
- English Literature
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
Oral examination
To 2025-11-28 Time 08:30 Duration 20 minutes
Assignment
Submission 2025-11-19 Time Release 09:00
Submission 12:00 Duration 1 semesters Exam system Inspera Assessment