Subject description

This subject will introduce students to a wide range of poetic forms and techniques. They will be given the tools and develop the skills needed to analyse and discuss poetics. English language poetry will be studied in relation to its literary influences and in the context of its time – … For more content click the Read More button below.

Enrolment rules

Pre-Requisite

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Engagement hours

1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial:1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Interpret a wide range of range of poetic forms and techniques
2.
Demonstrate analytical skills to discuss poetics
3.
Show how poems are related to the social contexts in which they are produced and received
4.
Demonstrate knowledge of the key names and historical periods in poetry
5.
Interpret poetry in terms of its literary influences and its context

Assessment details

Creative/ Critical Exercise
Close Reading

Textbook information

No prescribed textbooks for this subject.

Contact details

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