Introduction to Literature
This course provides an introduction to key literary genres and themes, including analysis of various forms of literature such as novels, plays, and poetry.
- Key Topics:
- Literary Genres and Forms
- Literary Analysis and Criticism
- Introduction to Literary Theory
British Literature
Study of major works in British literature, focusing on different periods, from the Medieval to the Modern era.
- Key Topics:
- The Renaissance and Shakespeare
- Romanticism and Victorian Literature
- Modern and Contemporary British Writers
American Literature
An exploration of key texts and authors in American literature, with a focus on the development of literary traditions in the United States.
- Key Topics:
- Colonial and Early American Literature
- American Transcendentalism
- Modern American Literature
Creative Writing
This course encourages students to develop their writing skills through various forms such as poetry, short fiction, and essays.
- Key Topics:
- Writing Poetry and Fiction
- Style and Voice in Writing
- Writing for Different Audiences
Literary Theory and Criticism
Introduction to literary theories and critical approaches used to analyze literature from a variety of perspectives.
- Key Topics:
- Formalism and Structuralism
- Postmodernism and Deconstruction
- Feminist and Postcolonial Criticism