Literary Studies: Creative Reading (8904.3)
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Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
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EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Arts And Design |
Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
Discipline Of Creative And Cultural Practice | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905) |
In this unit students are introduced to a variety of texts, including examples of fiction, essays, poetry and criticism. Students are also introduced to different approaches to literary studies, reading and interpretation. The unit emphasises that reading can be a creative process and also an activity that engages with social, cultural and intellectual movements and theories.
1. Analyse key formal, historical and aesthetic qualities of the studied texts; and
2. Express orally and in writing a creative and critical understanding of these texts.
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1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the unit students will be able to:1. Analyse key formal, historical and aesthetic qualities of the studied texts; and
2. Express orally and in writing a creative and critical understanding of these texts.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
Prerequisites
NoneCorequisites
None.Incompatible units
NoneEquivalent units
NoneAssumed knowledge
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Required texts
Please note: ALL READINGS for this unit are in the unit Canvas site. PLEASE BRING PRINT-OUTS or device versions OF ALL TUTORIAL READINGS WITH YOU TO YOUR TUTORIALS.
Participation requirements
Attendance at lectures and tutorials is expected. You are expected to have completed required readings before attending tutorials.
Required IT skills
Word processing; accessing online journals; uploading assignments
In-unit costs
All readings are supplied,
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
Additional information
See individual assignment descriptions for requirements