Course - French Literary History - FRA1120
French Literary History
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About the course
Course content
Different periods in French literary history from the 16th century until the present are studied and exemplified through analysis of a selection of literary texts.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Candidates who have passed this course,
- have knowledge of the different periods in the literary history of French culture from the Renaissance until the present
- have a vocabulary in French that characterises the different periods in literary history
Skills
Candidates who have passed this course,
- are conscious of the delimitation of periods in literary history
- possess a vocabulary about literary history that make them capable of expressing themselves, in speaking and in writing, about characteristic features of the different periods in literary history
- are capable of considering the different aesthetical principles from a historical perspective
General competence
Candidates who have passed this course,
- can reflect on the connection between literature, language, and historical development
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and seminars with discussions. Study groups. The course is taught in French.
Obligatory assignments: 4 assignments; the format of the individual assignments may vary depending on the course plan.
Approved obligatory assignments are valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester). All obligatory assignments must be completed in the same semester.
Compulsory assignments
- 4 assignments
Further on evaluation
The oral examination (approx. 10 minutes) may adjust the grade of the written exam. For the course to be passed, both parts of the exam should meet a level corresponding to a passing grade. Students who fail must sit both parts again. The oral examination will be cancelled if the student fails the written exam.
The exam must be answered in French. Information about which dictionaries, if any, you are allowed to consult during the exam will be available in the reading list at the beginning of the semester.
Recommended previous knowledge
Completed basis courses in French from autumn semester.
Course materials
The reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From |
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FRA1102 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2019 |
FRAC1101 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2019 |
Subject areas
- French Literature
- French
- French Literature
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2024
School exam with oral examination
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.
Ordinary examination - Spring 2025
School exam with oral examination
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.