UCL - Littérature allemande : étude approfondie d'un auteur de la littérature allemande

[GERM2816]

[30h] 5 credits

This two-yearly course is taught in 2008-2009, 2010-2011,...

Teacher(s):

Language: D

Level: Second

Aims
Main themes
Content and teaching methods
Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)

Aims

The aim of the course is to acquire a deeper insight into the works of an author that has marked German literature. The students will find out how these works are situated in a historical, sociological and cultural context, how they influenced the following generations and how they contributed to renew German and European literary tradition.

This approach is a continuation of the courses on history of literature and civilisation of the bachelor programme, and makes use of previously acquired insights into literary theory. It aims to increase the students' literary knowledge and to develop a critical attitude towards the interpretation of literary texts in their adequate context. This approach also aims to teach the students how to write a critical essay in the studied field.

Main themes

In-depth analysis of an author that has marked German literature. A selection of the author's complete work (e.g. Goethe's poetry, prose, theatre, etc.) or one particularly complex work (e.g. Thomas Mann's Der Zauberberg; Robert Musil's Der Mann ohne Eigenschaften) may be envisaged. In this case this book will be situated in the author's complete work and in the context of its publication.

Content and teaching methods

Contents: Study of a German author.

Method: Preparatory reading and research done by the students in order to be able to take part in the analysis of the texts. If possible, the course will be organised as a seminar.

Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)

Prerequisites: an introductory knowledge of German literature and a good proficiency in German (advanced level, B2 + in terms of the Common European reference framework).

Evaluation : Active participation in the course or seminar (oral presentation, discussions, written essay) is taken into account. Final evaluation based on a written exam (or possibly a personal essay) and oral exam based on the student's personal reading.

Course supervision: Preparation of the analysis in small groups with the teacher.