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HU 1160 - Introduction to Literary Studies


Credits: 3
Course Type: Lecture

This course is an introduction to topics in the field of literary studies. Students will engage with a variety of written texts including, but not limited to, fiction, non-fiction, poetry, plays, scripts, and other forms of creative writing. A global approach to literary studies will provide an opportunity for students to study primary texts, critical methodologies, and historical and cultural contexts. During this course, students will develop the practices of close reading, critical engagement, and effective written communication.

Prerequisites: EN 1111 - Composition II  or AE 2220 Philosophy of Art + Education  for Art Education majors

Course Learning Outcomes:
  • Comprehend and engage with primary texts through the practice of close reading and discussion of literary concepts and structures.
  • Apply concepts and methods of literary analysis to literary texts, criticism, and historical and cultural contexts.
  • Communicate effectively about literary texts, criticism, and contexts through written and oral discourse.

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