Courses & Units
English: Texts and Traditions HEN102
Introduction
Why are certain texts regarded as classics within the English literary canon and how do we encounter them today? This unit considers the importance of tradition to the ways we value, understand and circulate popular and literary texts. Students who successfully complete this unit will have built knowledge of key critical frameworks through which texts can be read and contextualised, and developed introductory skills in academic research on which to base further work in literary studies, including creative writing and screen studies.
Summary
| Unit name | English: Texts and Traditions |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HEN102 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Humanities |
| Discipline | English |
| Coordinator | Doctor Robbie Moore |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | 5 Week Session Nov | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | 5 Week Session Nov | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
| 5 Week Session Nov | 4/11/2024 | 11/11/2024 | 21/11/2024 | 8/12/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- analyse literary and screen texts from a range of genres (poetry, drama, film, short fiction, novels)
- demonstrate understanding of key topics in literary studies examined during the semester by producing detailed close readings of selected texts
- construct an argument supported by evidence from selected texts and engagement with secondary sources
- communicate through written work that adheres to conventions of written English and observes scholarly conventions for referencing and presentation
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 091523 | $555.00 | $555.00 | not applicable | $1,906.00 |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
HEA104, HEA106Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Hobart On Campus: Weekly on-campus lectorial plus online audio/visual resources (1 hour); weekly tutorials (1.5 hours) Off Campus: Weekly live-streamed lectorial (also available as a recording) plus online audio/visual resources (1 hour); weekly online tutorial discussions Launceston On Campus November Session: 30 hours of teaching over 4 weeks, including face-to-face lessons, short online recorded lessons, and in-class and online exercises and activities |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Essay (30%)|Short tasks (30%)|Essay (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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