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School of Literature, Languages and Linguistics · ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences
This course offers an introduction to literature in French. A study of major authors and genres in their cultural contexts, it aims to build knowledge of key moments in French literary history, cultivate familiarity with the formal elements of a literary work and facilitate acquisition of the critical tools necessary to analyse, discuss and write about literature in French. The specific focus of the course will reflect the interests and expertise of the convenor; readings may thus include works of prose, poetry, theatre and criticism and will explore a range of literary movements, including realism, theatre of the absurd, écriture feminine and immigrant and minority writing. In each instance, the literary text will serve as a springboard for critical discussions of history, society and artistic endeavour in the francophone world.
Weekly comprehension exercises (2000 words)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
Oral presentation (10min)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
In-class test (50min)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
In-class essay (90min, 750 words)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
Participation
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
130 hours of total student learning time made up from: a) 36 hours of contact over 12 weeks: 3 hours of class time per week, and b) 94 hours of independent student research, reading and writing. Other Information This course may be completed more than once if taken with a different topic each time.
Details will be provided on Wattle texts to be acquired in line with convener's expertise and teaching plan; other written and audio-visual materials will be posted on Wattle as required throughout the semester.