Beyond Narrative

Course aim

To read narrative and non-narrative texts as social, material and cultural expressions in which versions of the world are produced through language and image.

Course content

In this course students will explore the overlaps, mixtures and interactions between narrative and non-narrative texts. This will include analysis of poetic language, persuasive techniques and cultural expressions in texts that circulate in personal and political domains, and in popular culture and social media. Students will engage in deep analysis of language, literature and visual image through creative and critical perspectives.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Completion of any two courses from the first or second year English major or sub-major offerings.

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Presentation, Summary

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.