Syllabus

Themes in Popular Literature

Code
GEN3BQ
Points
7.5 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Language, Literatures and Learning
Subject field
English (ENA)
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
English1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G1F
Approved
Approved, 24 May 2024.
This syllabus is valid from 24 May 2024.
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Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, students will be able to:
  • demonstrate a good understanding of common themes in popular literature in English
  • critically analyse popular literature in relation to common conventions of genre and a selection of basic ideas of contemporary literary theory
  • effectively communicate and argue for their interpretation of texts, orally and in writing
  • independently write an academic essay, based on the guidelines given, which uses formatting conventions.

Course Content

The course consists of a thematic study of a selection of contemporary texts from the English-speaking world. It includes texts from various genres within popular literature that are analysed and intepreted using relevant concepts from literary studies. In addition, a range of literary theories will be discussed to enhance the critical analyses. The course concludes with the independent writing of a literary analysis essay that addresses one or more of the concepts and themes explored in the course.

Assessment

  • Active participation in seminars
  • Independent academic essay

Grades

The grading scale used for the final course grade is A–F.

Grades are reported as follows:

  • Themes in Popular Literature - 7.5 Credits | A–F

Entry Requirements

  • Literature in English, 6 hp. Exemption from Swedish can be given.

Other Information

This course overlaps previous course code EN1091.

This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.

If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.