- Course Code
- GM 2543
- Credit Points
- 15
- Course Coordinator
- Dr S Ward
Pre-requisites
GM 2042 or GM 2043. May not be taken in the same half-session together with GM 1543.
Overview
Building on GM 2043, this course consists of the study of selected aspects of modern German culture, involving the close analysis of two modern German texts, together with lectures introducing students to the social, political and cultural context in which the texts were written. A further lecture series provides an introduction a pre-twentieth century text, normally Goethe's Faust (Part One). The aim of the course is to enhance students' vocabulary and knowledge of German and their stylistic awareness, to provide students with the ability to analyse literary works, including film adaptations, and to apply all these skills to the study of modern texts selected for their literary importance and relevance to modern German society. This course may be taken on its own or together with GM 2542.
Structure
2 one-hour lectures and 1 one-hour tutorial per week.
Assessment
1st Attempt: In-course assessment: one 2,000 word essay (30%); 1 two-hour examination (70%).
Resit: 1 two-hour examination (100%).