LANG 1016 Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC)
LANG 1016 Introduction to Literary Studies (WSTC) (10 Credit Points)
Subject Details Legacy Code: 700288
This subject involves the close reading of literary texts to explore concepts about meaning-making including the use of language, narrative form, and issues of genre. The subject asks questions about the role and function of literature. For example: is literature's purpose to entertain readers, to provide them with emotional release, to represent the world, or to allow people to make meaning from their experience? The primary texts span three genres - fiction, poetry and drama. Students will learn about the different ways in which these literary forms are constructed and the contrasting ways in which they represent reality.
Level: Undergraduate Level 1 subject
Co-requisite(s): Students enrolled in the combined DiplomaBachelor courses listed below must pass all College Preparatory units listed in the course structure before progressing to the Year 2 units
Equivalent Subjects: COMM 1014 - English Text and Writing LANG 1015 - Introduction to Literary Studies
Restrictions: Please see the Subject Details page for any restrictions for this subject