Themes in Language, Truth & Literature (Q3020)
Themes in Language, Truth and Literature
Module Q3020
Module details for 2022/23.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
This module will look in detail at themes related to language, truth, and literature. The particular focus of the module will vary from year to year depending on the tutor. This is because, as a 3rd-year dissertation module, the theme chosen will reflect the knowledge and research of the lecturer/tutor. Students will choose their own dissertation title in consultation with the lecturer/tutor, but must stick to some aspect of the range of material covered and the dissertation must be centred around the theme or themes that lie at the heart of the module.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate an understanding of some of the important issues in the philosphical analysis of literature and literary language.
Critically examine and evaluate the philosophical work some literary texts might be said to do.
Evaluate the complex relations that obtain between literary (poetic and fictional) texts, literary theory, and philosophy.
Engage in a close reading of a philosophically informed literary work.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Dissertation (6000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Thu 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
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Prof Tanja Staehler
Convenor, Assess convenor
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Prof Sarah Sawyer
Assess convenor
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Prof Gordon Finlayson
Assess convenor
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