Culture and Literature 1 – Thematic Modules (elective), Thematic Module 1 Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021

Module name: Culture and Literature 1 – Thematic Modules (elective), Thematic Module 1
Module code: W1-FA-KX-S1-KL1-M1-3
Programme code: W1-S1FA19.2021
Semester:
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
  • winter semester 2022/2023
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 5
Description:
The module’s purpose is to expand the knowledge of culture and literature acquired in the first year of studies (during the History of British Literature 1 module). The classes offer a detailed presentation and analysis of culture and literature or a selected trend, genre or motif present in British literature from the Old English period to the end of the 17th century. The lectures introduce a critical and literary perspective and present a socio-cultural context of the relevant literature. The classes aim at providing a detailed analysis and interpretation of particular texts.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of the module History of the Literature of English Speaking Countries: Module 1 - History of British Literature 1
Key reading:
Specified in the syllabus.
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
can creatively and constructively participate in discussions on literature and culture of English speaking countries in the areas delineated by the course's content. [KX-S1-KL1-M1_K_1]
 FA1_K02 [2/5]
is aware of connections between the literature, culture and social history of English speaking countries and their place and role in the European context. [KX-S1-KL1-M1_K_2]
 FA1_K05 [4/5]
can identify and use the terminology of literary and cultural studies related to the history of English literatures. [KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_1]
 FA1_U05 [3/5] FA1_U11 [3/5]
can identify and locate English literary texts in their historical and cultural contexts; identifies in the texts features characteristic of the specific literary and cultural period. [KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_2]
 FA1_U06 [3/5]
identifies linguistic registers related to the topics discussed in the course and uses literary-critical terminology to analyze texts (literary and theoretical); can independently select information in the process of examining problems. [KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_3]
 FA1_U04 [3/5] FA1_U06 [3/5] FA1_U09 [3/5] FA1_U18 [3/5]
has knowledge of chosen problems in English cultures and literatures. [KX-S1-KL1-M1_W_1]
 FA1_W04 [3/5] FA1_W06 [3/5] FA1_W09 [3/5] FA1_W10 [3/5]
recognizes phenomena characteristic of and determining the development of English literatures; knows representative and influential authors and their works. [KX-S1-KL1-M1_W_2]
 FA1_W07 [3/5] FA1_W13 [2/5] FA1_W15 [4/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Test or tests [KX-S1-KL1-M1_w_1]
Written evaluation of students' knowledge and skills.
 KX-S1-KL1-M1_K_1 KX-S1-KL1-M1_K_2 KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_1 KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_2 KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_3 KX-S1-KL1-M1_W_1 KX-S1-KL1-M1_W_2
Essay, essays, or other written assignments [KX-S1-KL1-M1_w_2]
Written evaluation of students' knowledge and skills.
 KX-S1-KL1-M1_K_1 KX-S1-KL1-M1_K_2 KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_1 KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_2 KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_3 KX-S1-KL1-M1_W_1 KX-S1-KL1-M1_W_2
Control interview (optional) [KX-S1-KL1-M1_w_3]
Assessment of students’ preparation for classes, conducted on an ongoing basis or carried out at specific course stages specified in the syllabus; the evaluation may include students’ participation during the classes and their knowledge of the issues that have been previously discussed in class;
 KX-S1-KL1-M1_K_1 KX-S1-KL1-M1_K_2 KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_1 KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_2 KX-S1-KL1-M1_U_3 KX-S1-KL1-M1_W_1 KX-S1-KL1-M1_W_2
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [KX-S1-KL1-M1_fs_1]
Lecture delivered in English (with the support of audio-visual materials)
 15
Student's own work with materials supplied in the lecture and notes from the lecture. Preparation for test or tests.
 30 Test or tests [KX-S1-KL1-M1_w_1] Essay, essays, or other written assignments [KX-S1-KL1-M1_w_2]
practical classes [KX-S1-KL1-M1_fs_2]
Reading of texts (primary materials). Pair- and group work. Panel discussion.
 30
Reading of texts (primary materials). Preparation for class discussion by reading and analysis of assigned theoretical materials. Preparation for presentations in class. Preparation for test or tests or preparation of written essay or essays.
 50 Essay, essays, or other written assignments [KX-S1-KL1-M1_w_2] Control interview (optional) [KX-S1-KL1-M1_w_3]
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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