Unit name | Introduction to Russian Literature |
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Unit code | RUSS10037 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | C/4 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
Unit director | Dr. Coates |
Open unit status | Open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | Department of Russian |
Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
This unit aims to introduce some major figures and themes in nineteenth- and twentieth-century Russian literature through the study of classic verse and short stories by about eight leading writers. Classes will focus on close analysis of paradigmatic texts as a means of illustrating the more general themes, preoccupations and techniques of the author concerned, while discussion will also place these themes, preoccupations and techniques in the broader context of the development of modern Russian short fiction and poetry and in their socio-historical context.
Successful students will be able to demonstrate:
1. a sound understanding of the history of the development of modern Russian short fiction and poetry, in the context of literary, cultural and social history;
2. familiarity with the themes and approaches of a number of major Russian writers;
3. skills in performing close analysis of verse and prose text;
4. ability to read literary Russian, appropriate to level C;
5. the ability to design and complete a research essay on a topic in Russian literature, making use of appropriate library and digital resources.
The unit will be taught in a combination of lectures and seminars.
Summative: 2 x 2000 word essays (50% each)
Formative: Additionally, students will be required to submit a plan, thesis statement and annotated bibliography in advance of writing the essay. This will be assessed formatively.
All elements assess ILOs 1-5.