Literary Theory: Theory of Narration and Plot Field of study: English Studies: Interactive Entertainment Design and Game Studies (SPRINT-WRITE)
Programme code: W1-S1FD25.2025

Module name: Literary Theory: Theory of Narration and Plot
Module code: W1-FDS1-TL-TNF-3
Programme code: W1-S1FD25.2025
Semester: winter semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module introduces students to selected key issues in narrative and storytelling studies, with a focus on literature, film, visual media, and video games. It aims to familiarize students with theoretical frameworks and critical approaches to understanding how stories are constructed and conveyed across different forms. The course also encourages the practical application of this knowledge by engaging students in developing their own narrative ideas and story concepts suited to a variety of media platforms.
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 the various functions and the complex role narratives play in culture, social life, and in a person's individual experience and development [K01]
 FD_K01 [2/5]
recognizes, describes and applies fundamental narrative mechanisms, including those that shape emotional responses in the audience [U01]
 FD_U02 [2/5] FD_U03 [3/5]
analyzes the functions and significance of various narrative forms and storytelling methods in selected media, and identifies types of narrativity specific to a given medium [U02]
 FD_U04 [2/5]
applies knowledge of core theoretical concepts in narrative theory to the development of original storytelling projects [U03]
 FD_U06 [2/5] FD_U11 [2/5]
knows and understands basic terminology related to narrative and plot theory; is familiar with key contemporary theoretical approaches to narrative and plot, with particular emphasis on current cognitive, affective, and transmedial research [W01]
 FD_W02 [3/5]
knows and understands the differences between narrative forms and the mechanisms that shape audience response across different media [W02]
 FD_W02 [2/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [FS1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam K01 U02 W01 W02
practical classes [FS2] 30 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Creation/production – creative workshop [e03] 
Project scheduling [e04]  		course work K01 U01 U02 U03
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
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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