The course gives a general introduction to the history of the German-language literature from approx. 1750 until today, based on a selection of literary works or excerpts of relevant works (epic, drama and poetry).
Upon completing the course, the student is expected to:
Knowledge
- have basic knowledge of epochs and trends in the German-language literary history from the romantic period up to the present
- be able to acquire an understanding of and work independently with central German-language fiction works from approx. 1750 and until today
Skills
- read and acquire an understanding of central German-language fiction works from various epochs from approx. 1750 and until today
- be able to place central works in a cultural and literary historical context
- be able to explain the special features and developmental trends in German-language literature and literary history
General competence
- be equipped to independently develop his/her knowledge and insight into German-language literature and literary history
- be capable of continuing his/her German study at the 200 level
The course is open to all students admitted to the University of Bergen.
Teaching is conducted in the form of lectures and seminar sessions, and requires active participation on the part of the students.
The frequency of the teaching in the course will normally be one two-hour lecture and one two-hour seminars on a weekly basis for a period of 12 weeks.
Students must attend at least 75 % of the lectures.
Mandatory assignments are valid for one additional semester following the semester of instruction.
The exam in the course is a seven-day take-home exam of. approx. 1500 words, as well as an oral exam (approx. 20 min).
The oral exam includes a 10 min. presentation, followed by some questions concerning the take-home essay and the curriculum more broadly.
Both exam elements must be completed in the same semester.
One single grade is given for all the elements of the exam, where both parts (oral and written) count 50 % each.
Autumn. Students with valid approvals on their mandatory assignments may also be assessed early in the spring semester.
The curriculum includes a selection of literary works, a short introduction to literary history starting from the 18th century till today.
The reading list will be ready by 1 Jun for the fall semester, and 1 Dec for the spring semester.
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