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A survey of eight leading theories of myth from the fields of anthropology, sociology, psychology, and religious studies. The focus will be on the differing answers the theories give to the common questions of the origin, the function, and the subject matter of myth. Each theory will be applied to a familiar myth.
Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 4 |
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Term | First Term | Credit Points | 30 credits (15 ECTS credits) |
Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt: 1 two-hour written examination (50%); 1 essay of 3,000 words (50%).
Formative assessment occurs orally throughout the course based on the students' participation in the seminars, their preparation and contribution to the discussions.
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