Models of Contemporary Literature Field of study: Cultural Studies
Programme code: W1-S1KU19.2023

Module name: Models of Contemporary Literature
Module code: W1-KU-S1-MLW04
Programme code: W1-S1KU19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the module is to acquaint students with selected phenomena in Polish and world literature of the second half of the 20th century and the beginning of the 21st century as elements co-creating contemporary culture. Within the module, students will acquire competences in recognizing and interpreting selected works, understanding the mechanisms of their creation and reception in a given cultural context, and understanding the principles and norms of their functioning as vital elements of tradition.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
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]
is aware of his/her responsibility for the preservation of the literary heritage of the re-gion, the country, Europe and the world [K_01]
 W1-K01SN_K01 [5/5]
is able to critically analyse and interpret selected literary phenomena in Polish and world culture from the mid-20th century until the beginning of the 21st century in order to determine their meanings, social impact and place in the historical-cultural process; uses basic theoretical and historical-literary terminology with comprehension [U_01]
 W1-K01SN_U05 [5/5]
has a structured general knowledge (terminology, theory, methodologies) of selected literary and artistic phenomena in Polish and world culture from the mid-20th century to the beginning of the 21st century [W_01]
 W1-K01SN_W02 [5/5]
has in-depth knowledge of the relationship between literature, literary and cultural studies and other humanities disciplines, mainly philosophy, aesthetics, history [W_02]
 W1-K01SN_W01 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W1-KU-W] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01]  		exam K_01 U_01 W_01 W_02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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