Aims
On the basis of the scholarly methods proposed in the seminar, the students acquire the ability to read and discuss texts that take their inspiration from the Bible.
Main themes
The contents of the seminars depends on the research carried out in the department. A complete list of the seminars organized by the Faculty can be obtained at the beginning of the academic year.
Content and teaching methods
"The Bible and Religion in British and American Literature and Culture"
This seminar will be taught jointly by Professor Priscilla Leder from the U.S. and Professor Guido Latré from Belgium. Professor Leder will deal with the surprisingly large impact of religion on American culture. Professor Latré will look at the roots of biblical themes and images in English literature in Europe by studying the Tyndale and King Jame Bible in their 16th and 17th century contexts. There will be a guided tour to the Plantin Moretus Museum in Antwerp.
Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)
Evaluation : paper and oral exam
Teaching materials : extracts (syllabus).
Course Supervision/Course Holder: seminar; guided visit to the Plantin Moretus Museum (Antwerp)
Audio-visual materials.
Other credits in programs
GERM21
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Première licence en langues et littératures germaniques
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(4 credits)
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GERM21/BD
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Première licence en langues et littératures germaniques (Anglais et Allemand)
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(4 credits)
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GERM21/BN
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Première licence en langues et littératures germaniques (Anglais et Néerlandais)
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(4 credits)
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GERM21/DB
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Première licence en langues et littératures germaniques (Allemand et Anglais)
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(4 credits)
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GERM21/NB
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Première licence en langues et littératures germaniques (Néerlandais et Anglais)
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(4 credits)
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GERM22
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Deuxième licence en langues et littératures germaniques
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(4 credits)
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