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ENGL704 – Literary Theory
2019 – S2 Day
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit convenor
Ryan Twomey
Contact via ryan.twomey@mq.edu.au
W6A 621
By appointment
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MRes
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit considers some of the major issues in contemporary literary theory, following its development from Romanticism to postmodernism. It is designed to draw on and encourage students’ research abilities. Topics have been selected for their relevance to literature and literary enquiry, and where possible the seminars will be oriented towards showing how theory is related to these matters. Students will develop their own research projects that address this relationship between literary theory and literary works.
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Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- 1. Acquire a coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts within a discipline area.
- 2. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research principles and methods.
- 3. Synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources.
- 4. Articulate clearly a coherent argument in written and oral form to a variety of audiences.
- 5. Think critically and make informed and logical judgments of the arguments of others to arrive at reasoned and meaningful arguments and positions, and formulate and apply ideas to new contexts.
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to apply accumulated knowledge and skills to make decisions in the context of professional practice and/or scholarship.
- 7. Demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct in research activities and relationships.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Participation | 20% | No | Weekly |
| Minor essay and presentation | 30% | No | Week after presentation |
| Major essay | 50% | No | 16 June 2016 |
Participation
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 20%
Participation requires evidence of preparation and relevant contributions to class discussions.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 1. Acquire a coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts within a discipline area.
- 3. Synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources.
- 4. Articulate clearly a coherent argument in written and oral form to a variety of audiences.
- 5. Think critically and make informed and logical judgments of the arguments of others to arrive at reasoned and meaningful arguments and positions, and formulate and apply ideas to new contexts.
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to apply accumulated knowledge and skills to make decisions in the context of professional practice and/or scholarship.
- 7. Demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct in research activities and relationships.
Minor essay and presentation
Due: Week after presentation
Weighting: 30%
Presentation on one of the seminar topics, followed by 1,200-word essay. Submit the following Tuesday after your presentation via iLearn (Turnitin).
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 1. Acquire a coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts within a discipline area.
- 2. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research principles and methods.
- 3. Synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources.
- 4. Articulate clearly a coherent argument in written and oral form to a variety of audiences.
- 5. Think critically and make informed and logical judgments of the arguments of others to arrive at reasoned and meaningful arguments and positions, and formulate and apply ideas to new contexts.
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to apply accumulated knowledge and skills to make decisions in the context of professional practice and/or scholarship.
- 7. Demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct in research activities and relationships.
Major essay
Due: 16 June 2016
Weighting: 50%
2,500-word research paper on two areas of theory (not already discussed in minor essay).
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 1. Acquire a coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts within a discipline area.
- 2. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research principles and methods.
- 3. Synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources.
- 4. Articulate clearly a coherent argument in written and oral form to a variety of audiences.
- 5. Think critically and make informed and logical judgments of the arguments of others to arrive at reasoned and meaningful arguments and positions, and formulate and apply ideas to new contexts.
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to apply accumulated knowledge and skills to make decisions in the context of professional practice and/or scholarship.
- 7. Demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct in research activities and relationships.
Delivery and Resources
Weekly lecture and follow up tutorial
ILearn for forum discussion and questions between classes
Unit textbook required
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Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
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Graduate Capabilities
PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative
Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Acquire a coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts within a discipline area.
- 2. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research principles and methods.
- 3. Synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources.
- 4. Articulate clearly a coherent argument in written and oral form to a variety of audiences.
- 5. Think critically and make informed and logical judgments of the arguments of others to arrive at reasoned and meaningful arguments and positions, and formulate and apply ideas to new contexts.
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to apply accumulated knowledge and skills to make decisions in the context of professional practice and/or scholarship.
- 7. Demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct in research activities and relationships.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Minor essay and presentation
- Major essay
PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills
Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Acquire a coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts within a discipline area.
- 2. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research principles and methods.
- 3. Synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources.
- 4. Articulate clearly a coherent argument in written and oral form to a variety of audiences.
- 5. Think critically and make informed and logical judgments of the arguments of others to arrive at reasoned and meaningful arguments and positions, and formulate and apply ideas to new contexts.
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to apply accumulated knowledge and skills to make decisions in the context of professional practice and/or scholarship.
- 7. Demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct in research activities and relationships.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Minor essay and presentation
- Major essay
PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Acquire a coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts within a discipline area.
- 2. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research principles and methods.
- 3. Synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources.
- 4. Articulate clearly a coherent argument in written and oral form to a variety of audiences.
- 5. Think critically and make informed and logical judgments of the arguments of others to arrive at reasoned and meaningful arguments and positions, and formulate and apply ideas to new contexts.
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to apply accumulated knowledge and skills to make decisions in the context of professional practice and/or scholarship.
- 7. Demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct in research activities and relationships.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Minor essay and presentation
- Major essay
PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Acquire a coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts within a discipline area.
- 2. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research principles and methods.
- 3. Synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources.
- 4. Articulate clearly a coherent argument in written and oral form to a variety of audiences.
- 5. Think critically and make informed and logical judgments of the arguments of others to arrive at reasoned and meaningful arguments and positions, and formulate and apply ideas to new contexts.
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to apply accumulated knowledge and skills to make decisions in the context of professional practice and/or scholarship.
- 7. Demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct in research activities and relationships.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Minor essay and presentation
- Major essay
PG - Effective Communication
Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Acquire a coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts within a discipline area.
- 2. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research principles and methods.
- 3. Synthesize and analyze information from a variety of sources.
- 4. Articulate clearly a coherent argument in written and oral form to a variety of audiences.
- 5. Think critically and make informed and logical judgments of the arguments of others to arrive at reasoned and meaningful arguments and positions, and formulate and apply ideas to new contexts.
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to apply accumulated knowledge and skills to make decisions in the context of professional practice and/or scholarship.
- 7. Demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct in research activities and relationships.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Minor essay and presentation
- Major essay
PG - Engaged and Responsible, Active and Ethical Citizens
Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Acquire a coherent and advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts within a discipline area.
- 2. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research principles and methods.
- 4. Articulate clearly a coherent argument in written and oral form to a variety of audiences.
- 5. Think critically and make informed and logical judgments of the arguments of others to arrive at reasoned and meaningful arguments and positions, and formulate and apply ideas to new contexts.
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to apply accumulated knowledge and skills to make decisions in the context of professional practice and/or scholarship.
- 7. Demonstrate high standards of ethical conduct in research activities and relationships.
Assessment tasks
- Participation
- Minor essay and presentation
- Major essay