General provisions

The syllabus was adopted by the Board of the Faculty of Languages on 2006-12-07 to be in effect as of 2007-07-01.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements and English 6 or English B

Learning outcomes

Upon completing the course students will

- have some knowledge of narratological terminology

- have enhanced their ability to read English texts

- have enhanced their ability to express themselves orally and in writing in English

- have a basic ability to analyse literary texts

- have insights into the importance of a gender perspective in reading a text

- be able to discuss literary texts orally and in writing in English

- be able to argue in English in support of their interpretation of a text with references to the text

- be able to present and analyse a text in English in a brief essay.

Content

The course is devoted to a review of modern literature in English that depicts individuals and their situation in present-day society. At the same time students are trained in reading English prose and in expressing themselves in English.

Instruction

Group instruction. English is the language of instruction.

Assessment

Examination is done in the form of written assignments and a final written examination. Grades used are either Fail, Pass, or Pass with Distinction.

Students who do not achieve a passing grade on the regular examination will have another opportunity to take the examination within a reasonable period of time after the regular examination.

Students who fail a certain examination twice have the right upon request, following consultation with the head of department, to have another examiner appointed.

Other regulations

The course cannot be counted toward a degree together with the courses English A1 or A32.

If the syllabus or course reading for a component has been changed, students have a right to be examined under the original syllabus and course reading on two occasions during the following semester. Normally this right then expires. Otherwise there are no limitations on the number of examination opportunities.

Transitional provisions

For transitional regulations in the case of changes in the syllabus, please contact the student adviser.