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THEORIES FOR TROUBLED TIMES

Module code: EN389
Credits: 5
Semester: 2
Quota: 22
Department: ENGLISH
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	Overview
	�Theories for Troubled Times��examines some of the concepts that shed light on the problems of the present (property, race, violence, neoliberalism�). And it explores discourses and dissident practices which challenge the present settlement (eco-criticism, the queer, the zombie, the post-human�). �Each seminar will be built around the close reading of an essay on theory. In each case, we will illustrate the theoretical concept with short extracts (literary, but also videos, film clips). Such texts might include Roberto Bola�o, By Night in Chile, and Ronan Bennett, The Catastrophist.

Overview

�Theories for Troubled Times��examines some of the concepts that shed light on the problems of the present (property, race, violence, neoliberalism�). And it explores discourses and dissident practices which challenge the present settlement (eco-criticism, the queer, the zombie, the post-human�). �Each seminar will be built around the close reading of an essay on theory. In each case, we will illustrate the theoretical concept with short extracts (literary, but also videos, film clips). Such texts might include Roberto Bola�o, By Night in Chile, and Ronan Bennett, The Catastrophist.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Demonstrate a complex knowledge of key literary texts. Demonstrate a strong ability to assimilate and scrutinise critical readings Show an ability to appraise, identify and use varied contemporary critical and theoretical approaches to literature and culture Participate in seminar discussions; debate issues related to cultural context and socio-political circumstances; Demonstrate high quality verbal and written expression; the ability to make clear points in a lucid grammatical and confident manner. Write an essay on a chosen topic, demonstrating the ability to integrate source material and critical readings; synthesise arguments; justify critical approaches and opinions.

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	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes Essay(s) and/or assignment(s) Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment registration permitted? Yes Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment capped? Yes

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