World Literatures in English
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| ENGL2035 | English | 2 | 20 | Spring Malaysia |
- Code
- ENGL2035
- School
- English
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Spring Malaysia
Summary
- An introduction to the global varieties of modern and contemporary literature written in the English language.
- Introduces some important texts in world literature that have generated academic discussion and debate.
- An insight into some of the theoretical frameworks that have been used to interpret and critique texts in world literature, particularly those associated with post-colonial and cosmopolitan theory.
- Introduces students to some of the technical aspects of literary analysis and critique used to approach world literatures written in the English language.
- Seminar presentations
Target Students
English Language and Literature
Classes
- One 3-hour seminar each week for 12 weeks
Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only in specified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takes place in some weeks of a Semester
Assessment
- 70% Coursework 1: An essay of 3500 words due end-Spring
- 30% Presentation 1: Presentation 15 minutes
Educational Aims
An introduction to the global varieties of modern and contemporary literature written in the English language.Introduces some important texts in world literature that have generated academic discussion and debate.An insight into some of the theoretical frameworks that have been used to interpret and critique texts in world literature, particularly those associated with post-colonial and feminist theory.Introduces students to some of the technical aspects of literary analysis and critique used to approach world literatures written in the English language.Learning Outcomes
At the end of the module, students will be able to
Conveners
- Enakshi Samarawickrama
Last updated 09/01/2025.