* 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 (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information).
How does literature represent the past? This unit introduces students to key theoretical frameworks for interrogating the complex and contentious relationship between 'fiction' and 'history.' Students have the opportunity to discuss 'fictions of history' from a range of historical, cultural, and national contexts. Texts will range from literary classics to popular genre fiction to postmodern tours de force.
WEIGHT: 12.5%
ASSESSMENT: 3,500 words internal assessment (60%); two-hour examination (40%)
TEACHING PATTERN: Five hours fortnightly (13 weeks)
FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS Note: Class attendance may still be required
Web dependent - H Some parts of this unit will be taught online
Resource dependent teaching & learning - H Independent study with provided resources replaces face-to-face or other classes (e.g. lectures)
About Flexible Study Options
INTERNATIONALISATION This unit includes specific international contexts/case studies.
This unit includes international cross-cultural issues/skills.
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