ENGL 2055 - Australian Classics: Literature and Film

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2014

This course analyses some key examples of Australian literature and film that have come to be regarded as 'classics'. The course sets literature and film in its original context, examining the social function it might have served for its original audience. In addition, students examine the construction of literary and filmic canons, and ask why these texts attained status as Australian 'classics'. There is an emphasis on how literature and film deals with tensions and conflicts in Australian culture - for both original and subsequent audiences.

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Course Details

Course Code	ENGL 2055
Course	Australian Classics: Literature and Film
Coordinating Unit	English, Creative Writing, and Film
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Prerequisites	At least 12 units of undergraduate study
Incompatible	ENGL 2032 & ENGL 3032
Assumed Knowledge	3 units of Level I English
Assessment	Assignment, seminar paper, participation, examination

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Philip Butterss

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Analyse a range of Australian literature and film in relation to key debates in Australian literary studies and Australian film studies

2. Demonstrate an awareness of the relationships between historical context and the production and interpretation of literature and film

3. Undertake independent research and textual analysis in the field of Australian literary studies and Australian film studies

4. Prepare coherently and logically argued written material based on effective use of evidence

5. Collaborate effectively with peers in discussing literature and film

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.	1,2,3,4,5
The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.	1,2,3,4,5
An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.	3,4,5
Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.	4,5
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	1,2,3,4,5
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	1,2,5
A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.	1,2,3,4,5
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	1,2,3,4,5

Learning Resources

Required Resources

To be announced.

Recommended Resources

To be announced.

Online Learning

This course will use MyUni and other resources to be announced.
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

Learning and teaching modes may include lectures, seminars, and online activities.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Students will commit the equivalent of 156 hours per semester to study in this course.

Learning Activities Summary

Provisional. Learning activities may include lectures, face-to-face seminars, online activies, instructor-directed and student-directed research and assessment-for-learning tasks.

Specific Course Requirements

Small Group Discovery Experience

Provisional. The small group discovery experience may be developed through student-led seminar discussions, which may include both face-to-face and online settings.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Provisional. Assessment may include written assignments, class presentations, essay(s), leading face-to-face discussion, participation in group work, and exam.

Assessment Related Requirements

Assessment related requirements are set out in the Discipline of English and Creative Writing Handbook.

Assessment Detail

Assessment details are to be announced.

Submission

Instructions about assessment submission will be given as part of the information about each particular assessment task.

Policies on deadlines and lateness are in the Discipline of English and Creative Writing Handbook.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through .

Student Feedback

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